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BP03 DME

2003 BMW 316

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

82,994 mi
Last recorded82,994 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2022
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP03 DME
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2022 82,994 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Feb 2021 79,611 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2020 76,552 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s+o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 74,300 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x2 above tank and to flexys (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 73,134 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2018 73,104 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both main front to rears (3.6.B.2c)

Braking system leaking main front to rear brake pipes (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Apr 2017 70,366 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 65,867 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 59,680 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2015 59,680 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 56,653 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 54,031 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 51,479 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 48,682 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 46,140 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 43,517 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

nearside front tyre worn inner edge

Pass 12 Jun 2008 37,630 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 29,942 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 21,676 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 21,676 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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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BP03 DME is a 2003 BMW 316 in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 BP03 DME, 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

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What year was BP03 DME registered?

BP03 DME is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 18 June 2003.

Is BP03 DME safe to buy?

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