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BF54 DDN

2004 BMW 316

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

84,516 mi
Last recorded84,516 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 31669,782 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF54 DDN
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2017 84,516 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak ()

Fail 12 Sep 2017 84,514 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm x2 (4.1.E.1)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

Nearside Rear Caliper spring missing

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Edges void of tread (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 5 Sep 2016 79,599 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 76,704 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Fail 28 Aug 2015 76,704 miles

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

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2014 69,846 miles

Offside rear tyre 2.8 mm

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Aug 2013 63,724 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Oct 2012 60,547 miles

front exhaust clamp slightly corroded

Pass 11 Oct 2011 54,884 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 48,074 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 41,550 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 31,760 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2008 31,760 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2007 23,419 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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BF54 DDN is a 2004 BMW 316 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2004 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 69,782 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 BF54 DDN, 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 22 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 BF54 DDN registered?

BF54 DDN is a 2004 BMW 316, first registered on 7 September 2004.

Is BF54 DDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF54 DDN shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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