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BN53 TCZ

2003 BMW 316

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

97,426 mi
Last recorded97,426 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 TCZ
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2020 97,426 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2020 97,407 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 90,187 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2019 89,923 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 84,569 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2018 84,558 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 80,709 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2016 78,428 miles

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

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

n/s/r hand brake low

Pass 18 Aug 2015 69,870 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2014 61,593 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 54,466 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2012 45,362 miles

front exhaust surport bracket fractured

Pass 25 Aug 2011 37,592 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 24,784 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 16,239 miles

rear seat belts not fully checked due to child seats fitted.

Pass 2 Sep 2008 10,111 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 8,214 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 6,269 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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BN53 TCZ is a 2003 BMW 316 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 73,348 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 BN53 TCZ, 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 23 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 BN53 TCZ?

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What year was BN53 TCZ registered?

BN53 TCZ is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is BN53 TCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 TCZ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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