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A18 UNC

2001 BMW 316

Gold Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

122,436 mi
Last recorded122,436 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2016
Typical for 2001 BMW 31685,754 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 UNC
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2016 122,436 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 115,028 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 108,927 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 104,365 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2012 99,427 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 90,898 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 83,427 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 77,093 miles

Offside Rear Brake linkage worn but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 69,971 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 65,166 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 59,836 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 59,836 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

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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A18 UNC is a 2001 BMW 316 in Gold with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2001 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 85,754 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 A18 UNC, 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 25 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 A18 UNC?

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What year was A18 UNC registered?

A18 UNC is a 2001 BMW 316, first registered on 25 April 2001.

Is A18 UNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 UNC 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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