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A13 LGT

2003 BMW 316

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

99,795 mi
Last recorded99,795 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 LGT
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2016 99,795 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 14 Jun 2016 99,795 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 98,071 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 90,379 miles

engine management light is on

engine oil leaks

Pass 6 Jun 2013 81,069 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 76,601 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 70,680 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 63,897 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 52,511 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 47,426 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 42,768 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 32,100 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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A13 LGT is a 2003 BMW 316 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2003 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 73,348 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 A13 LGT, 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 23 years old, this BMW 316 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A13 LGT?

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What year was A13 LGT registered?

A13 LGT is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 28 October 2003.

Is A13 LGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A13 LGT shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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