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AY53 YLW

2003 BMW 316

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

100,471 mi
Last recorded100,471 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY53 YLW
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2016 100,471 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2016 100,471 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 87,610 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded rear brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (7.1.2)

inner joints engine cover utray oil leak handbrake travel

Pass 2 Oct 2014 79,359 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2013 73,795 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

front bonnet slam panel damaged;bonnet secured closesd

front undershield damaged/insecure

Pass 2 Oct 2012 68,574 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s/r gaiter clip loose

Pass 27 Sep 2011 63,153 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 63,153 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2010 57,889 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 106,299 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 100,571 miles

nearside front tyre wall split

Fail 29 Sep 2008 100,571 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

nearside front tyre wall split

Pass 26 Sep 2007 91,639 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2006 67,223 miles

Centre Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Sep 2006 67,223 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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AY53 YLW is a 2003 BMW 316 in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2003 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 73,348 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 AY53 YLW, 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 AY53 YLW registered?

AY53 YLW is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 15 September 2003.

Is AY53 YLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY53 YLW shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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