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AY02 MKO

2002 BMW 316

Blue Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

60,224 mi
Last recorded60,224 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW 31679,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY02 MKO
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2016 60,224 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2015 52,055 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 48,301 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Sep 2014 48,300 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Sep 2013 46,912 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 44,348 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2011 41,533 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 38,685 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 36,306 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 33,686 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 30,750 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 27,168 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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AY02 MKO is a 2002 BMW 316 in Blue with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AY02 MKO, 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 AY02 MKO registered?

AY02 MKO is a 2002 BMW 316, first registered on 19 March 2002.

Is AY02 MKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY02 MKO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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