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AX52 GDF

2003 BMW 316

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

128,012 mi
Last recorded128,012 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2013
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX52 GDF
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2013 128,012 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 May 2012 118,120 miles

Both front wiper blades smear slightly

Centre Fuel pipe slightly damaged (7.2.2)

Engine oil leak

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2011 109,851 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 101,104 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 94,129 miles

both front arms bottom ball jionts have play under load

offside rear shocker damp

Fail 6 Apr 2009 93,905 miles

coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

both front arms bottom ball jionts have play under load

offside rear shocker damp

Pass 2 Apr 2008 86,175 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2007 75,968 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2006 73,443 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2006 73,443 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Jan 2006 51,370 miles

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

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

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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AX52 GDF is a 2003 BMW 316 in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AX52 GDF, 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 AX52 GDF registered?

AX52 GDF is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 22 January 2003.

Is AX52 GDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX52 GDF shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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