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BF54 DHC

2004 BMW 316

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

77,736 mi
Last recorded77,736 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2015
Typical for 2004 BMW 31669,782 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF54 DHC
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2015 77,736 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2014 71,326 miles

off side rear tyre has surface cracks in no cords exposed

Pass 4 Sep 2013 66,711 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Sep 2012 59,769 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 51,625 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 51,625 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 44,972 miles

cut in l/h/r tyre

Pass 14 Sep 2009 38,047 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 31,375 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 24,644 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 DHC is a 2004 BMW 316 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DHC, 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

How do I check the history of BF54 DHC?

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What year was BF54 DHC registered?

BF54 DHC is a 2004 BMW 316, first registered on 14 September 2004.

Is BF54 DHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF54 DHC shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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