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BN02 EHC

2002 BMW 316

Blue Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

85,601 mi
Last recorded85,601 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2017
Typical for 2002 BMW 31679,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN02 EHC
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2017 85,601 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint both side (2.4.G.2)

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both side rear ones (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine and under covers fitted

Fail 25 Nov 2017 85,601 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint both side (2.4.G.2)

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both side rear ones (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine and under covers fitted

Pass 22 Apr 2016 78,250 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

engine has oil leak

Pass 30 Apr 2015 74,628 miles

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

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 70,338 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 65,573 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 60,847 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 56,594 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 51,995 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 44,269 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 39,801 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 34,831 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 29,981 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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BN02 EHC is a 2002 BMW 316 in Blue with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2002 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 79,198 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 BN02 EHC, 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 24 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 BN02 EHC registered?

BN02 EHC is a 2002 BMW 316, first registered on 15 March 2002.

Is BN02 EHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN02 EHC shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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