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BA53 GNG

2003 BMW 316

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,628 mi
Last recorded12,628 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBA53 GNG
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 13 Jan 2026 12,628 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 10,634 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 10,456 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 10,235 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 9,970 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 9,775 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 9,518 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 9,088 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 8,460 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 7,957 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 7,441 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 6,938 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 6,489 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 6,010 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 5,508 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 4,841 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 4,127 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 3,367 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 2,856 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 2,117 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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BA53 GNG is a 2003 BMW 316 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BA53 GNG, 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

How do I check the history of BA53 GNG?

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What year was BA53 GNG registered?

BA53 GNG is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 22 December 2003.

Is BA53 GNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BA53 GNG shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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