CarVerify

Free Car Check

AO54 HXX

2004 BMW 316

Green Petrol 1796cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2020
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

99,309 mi
Last recorded99,309 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 31669,782 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO54 HXX
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2019 99,309 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2019 99,183 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 31 May 2018 88,047 miles
Fail 23 May 2018 87,879 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Mar 2017 78,994 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 74,177 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 67,190 miles

offside front wishbone rear bush worn

Pass 30 Jun 2014 59,128 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 49,465 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

both front tyres perished on side walls

osf and ns front to rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 7 Jun 2013 49,465 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres perished on side walls

osf and ns front to rear brake pipes corroded

Fail 17 Sep 2012 44,204 miles

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

front brake pads wearing low

oil leak os of engine

osf and ns front to rear brake pipes corroded

rear number plate discoloured

Pass 17 Sep 2012 44,204 miles

front brake pads wearing low

oil leak os of engine

osf and ns front to rear brake pipes corroded

rear number plate discoloured

Pass 15 Sep 2011 38,917 miles

both front lower arm rear mounting bushs perished

exhaust front pipe to gearbox mount badly corroded

ns front to rear brake pipe corroded at rear

Fail 15 Sep 2011 38,916 miles

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

both front lower arm rear mounting bushs perished

exhaust front pipe to gearbox mount badly corroded

ns front to rear brake pipe corroded at rear

Pass 29 Sep 2010 35,336 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 30,126 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2009 30,035 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Sep 2008 25,775 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 19,773 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
Full BMW 316 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AO54 HXX is a 2004 BMW 316 in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 AO54 HXX, 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

How do I check the history of AO54 HXX?

You can check the full history of AO54 HXX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AO54 HXX registered?

AO54 HXX is a 2004 BMW 316, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is AO54 HXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO54 HXX shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AO54 HXX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AO54 HXX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.