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BN54 NJF

2004 BMW 316

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

70,351 mi
Last recorded70,351 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2021
Typical for 2004 BMW 31669,782 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN54 NJF
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2021 70,351 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

engine cover fitted

sill covers fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 23 Sep 2020 68,140 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 15 Sep 2020 68,006 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 66,234 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

engine cover fitted

sill covers fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 5 Sep 2018 64,140 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both main front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

engine cover fitted

sill covers fitted

under tray fitted

Fail 5 Sep 2018 64,132 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both main front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

engine cover fitted

sill covers fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 20 Sep 2017 61,643 miles

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

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

engine cover fitted

oil leak

sill covers fitted

Fail 14 Sep 2017 61,578 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both front bottom arm rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

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

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

engine cover fitted

oil leak

sill covers fitted

Pass 13 Sep 2016 51,362 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

engine covers

undertrays fitted

Pass 3 Sep 2015 42,488 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 35,099 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 29,825 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 24,222 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 19,878 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 15,487 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 11,742 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 9,917 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 8,534 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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BN54 NJF is a 2004 BMW 316 in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BN54 NJF, 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 BN54 NJF registered?

BN54 NJF is a 2004 BMW 316, first registered on 17 September 2004.

Is BN54 NJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN54 NJF 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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