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AJ52 AUR

2002 BMW 316

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

97,147 mi
Last recorded97,147 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW 31679,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ52 AUR
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2016 97,147 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Aug 2015 92,111 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 86,316 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 7 Jul 2014 86,315 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 85,056 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 76,565 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 72,470 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Jun 2010 68,290 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 63,883 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2009 63,883 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 58,703 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2007 53,390 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2007 53,390 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Nov 2006 44,317 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2006 44,317 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2005 25,691 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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AJ52 AUR is a 2002 BMW 316 in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 79,198 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 AJ52 AUR, 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 24 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 AJ52 AUR registered?

AJ52 AUR is a 2002 BMW 316, first registered on 24 October 2002.

Is AJ52 AUR safe to buy?

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