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A12 SES

1991 BMW 316

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

131,529 mi
Last recorded131,529 miles
Recorded on25 May 2023
Typical for 1991 BMW 316114,734 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 SES
MakeBMW
Model316
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2023 131,529 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 131,529 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 131,488 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 131,038 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 18 Apr 2011 131,038 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 19 Apr 2010 127,082 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 123,793 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2009 123,793 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 120,490 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 115,513 miles

new front springs and shockers

Pass 21 Apr 2006 102,104 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 316?

Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,781
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
108,989
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 71,150
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70,761
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45,241
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 39,617
parking brake recording little or no effort 33,703
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A12 SES is a 1991 BMW 316 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1991 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 114,734 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A12 SES, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 35 years old, this BMW 316 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A12 SES?

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What year was A12 SES registered?

A12 SES is a 1991 BMW 316, first registered on 20 August 1991.

Is A12 SES safe to buy?

The MOT history for A12 SES shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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