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AF18 HZU

2018 BMW 316

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2024
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

118,211 mi
Last recorded118,211 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2022
Typical for 2018 BMW 31657,092 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF18 HZU
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2022 118,211 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 116,890 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jan 2022 116,890 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2021 79,760 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides slightly (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Feb 2021 79,760 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall - marked with yellow chalk - 225/50/17 (RF) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides slightly (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

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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AF18 HZU is a 2018 BMW 316 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2018 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 57,092 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AF18 HZU, 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 8 years old, this BMW 316 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF18 HZU registered?

AF18 HZU is a 2018 BMW 316, first registered on 29 March 2018.

Is AF18 HZU safe to buy?

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