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AX02 MVP

2002 BMW 316

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

130,059 mi
Last recorded130,059 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW 31679,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX02 MVP
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2018 130,059 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 118,212 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 106,381 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 97,743 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 89,019 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 80,585 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 71,081 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 61,409 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 61,409 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 51,225 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 44,789 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 39,109 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2007 33,824 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 29,194 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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AX02 MVP is a 2002 BMW 316 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AX02 MVP, 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 AX02 MVP registered?

AX02 MVP is a 2002 BMW 316, first registered on 19 July 2002.

Is AX02 MVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX02 MVP shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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