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AG03 YCS

2003 BMW 316

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,394 mi
Last recorded88,394 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG03 YCS
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 19 Sep 2018 88,394 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 83,851 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 77,425 miles

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

ENGINE COVER FITTED OBSCURING SOME ENGINE BAY COMPONENTS

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

Nearside Front TYRE SHOWING SIGNS OF AGE 205/55/16 91V

Offside Front TYRE SHOWING SIGNS OF AGE

UNDERTRAY FITTED OBSCURING SOME UNDERSIDE COMPONENTS

Pass 11 Sep 2015 74,522 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2014 70,718 miles

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

both rear tyres deteriorating and starting to wear out of shape

Pass 23 Sep 2013 66,871 miles

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

exhaust downpipe support bracket broken but system still adequately supported

Pass 10 Sep 2012 62,595 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

both front tyres show signs of cracking and slight wear on outer edges

Pass 16 Sep 2011 59,361 miles

front brake pads worn low [4mm approx]

Pass 21 Sep 2010 54,613 miles

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

nearside rear tyre showing signs of perishing [cracking/splitting]

Pass 25 Sep 2009 49,477 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 43,319 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Aug 2007 41,176 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 39,382 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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AG03 YCS is a 2003 BMW 316 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AG03 YCS, 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

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What year was AG03 YCS registered?

AG03 YCS is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 15 July 2003.

Is AG03 YCS safe to buy?

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