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AX54 UXZ

2005 BMW 316

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

41,514 mi
Last recorded41,514 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2011
Typical for 2005 BMW 31668,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX54 UXZ
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2011 41,514 miles

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

offside front anti roll bar link boot split

Pass 7 Dec 2010 31,857 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2010 31,857 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2009 22,500 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 19,058 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2009 19,056 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2008 14,959 miles

park brake noisey on application

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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AX54 UXZ is a 2005 BMW 316 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2005 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 68,130 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 AX54 UXZ, 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 21 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 AX54 UXZ?

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What year was AX54 UXZ registered?

AX54 UXZ is a 2005 BMW 316, first registered on 25 January 2005.

Is AX54 UXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX54 UXZ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AX54 UXZ have outstanding finance?

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