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AE54 RFJ

2005 BMW 316

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

105,067 mi
Last recorded105,067 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 31668,130 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE54 RFJ
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2018 105,067 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Oil leak ()

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 7 Jan 2017 97,494 miles

oil leak

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 9 Jan 2016 90,381 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 10 Jan 2015 81,916 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside track rod end locknut loose. Now tightened

Pass 11 Jan 2014 74,878 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2013 68,870 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Jan 2013 68,862 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front 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 17 Jan 2012 63,638 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 58,258 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 16 Jan 2010 51,090 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2010 50,964 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2009 44,929 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 21 Jan 2008 37,447 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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AE54 RFJ is a 2005 BMW 316 in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2005 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 68,130 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 AE54 RFJ, 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 21 years old, this BMW 316 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE54 RFJ registered?

AE54 RFJ is a 2005 BMW 316, first registered on 19 January 2005.

Is AE54 RFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE54 RFJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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