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BN52 KHZ

2002 BMW 316

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

122,368 mi
Last recorded122,368 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW 31679,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN52 KHZ
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2016 122,368 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2016 122,368 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Oct 2015 114,005 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded nearside front to rear--rear end (3.6.B.2c)

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

Oil leak

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured faded (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 106,630 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2013 99,164 miles

offside handbrake low on performance

Pass 11 Oct 2012 92,747 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 85,499 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 77,072 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 70,406 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 30 Sep 2008 67,426 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 61,912 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 49,818 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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BN52 KHZ is a 2002 BMW 316 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BN52 KHZ, 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 BN52 KHZ registered?

BN52 KHZ is a 2002 BMW 316, first registered on 17 September 2002.

Is BN52 KHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN52 KHZ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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