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BK54 ZRD

2004 BMW 316

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

102,708 mi
Last recorded102,708 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW 31669,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK54 ZRD
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2016 102,708 miles

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

rear wiper not working

bad oil leaks on engine/gearbox oil sprayed all over underside of vehicle

Fail 16 Nov 2016 102,708 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view door mirror head and lens broken (8.1.2a)

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

rear wiper not working

bad oil leaks on engine/gearbox oil sprayed all over underside of vehicle

Pass 7 Nov 2015 98,957 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2015 95,677 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Apr 2014 87,689 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 19 Mar 2013 78,367 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2013 78,366 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2012 70,208 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 62,275 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 57,626 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 53,640 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 53,225 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front brake pads wearing low

Pass 17 Oct 2007 41,023 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2007 41,012 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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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BK54 ZRD is a 2004 BMW 316 in Grey 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 BK54 ZRD, 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 BK54 ZRD registered?

BK54 ZRD is a 2004 BMW 316, first registered on 12 October 2004.

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