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AM53 JVP

2004 BMW 316

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2024
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

218,001 mi
Last recorded218,001 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW 31669,782 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM53 JVP
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2023 218,001 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Nov 2023 218,001 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 205,848 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Slight power steering leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively And offside rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Sep 2022 205,848 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Fluid leak, but not excessive Slight power steering leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively And offside rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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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AM53 JVP is a 2004 BMW 316 in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2004 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 69,782 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 AM53 JVP, 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 22 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 AM53 JVP registered?

AM53 JVP is a 2004 BMW 316, first registered on 1 January 2004.

Is AM53 JVP safe to buy?

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