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AD52 ZYT

2003 BMW 316

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

120,633 mi
Last recorded120,633 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2014
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD52 ZYT
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2014 120,633 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

exhaust bracket broken at rear

major oil leak on engine

Pass 14 Jun 2013 109,344 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 102,787 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

airbag light on

Pass 19 Apr 2011 96,667 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

n/s/f underbody damaged

Fail 18 Apr 2011 96,664 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

n/s/f underbody damaged

Pass 29 Oct 2009 85,597 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Nov 2008 75,773 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 60,727 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Mar 2007 57,106 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2007 57,106 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2006 46,836 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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AD52 ZYT is a 2003 BMW 316 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AD52 ZYT, 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 AD52 ZYT?

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What year was AD52 ZYT registered?

AD52 ZYT is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 29 January 2003.

Is AD52 ZYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD52 ZYT 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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