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BT52 NBG

2002 BMW 316

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

105,348 mi
Last recorded105,348 miles
Recorded on29 May 2012
Typical for 2002 BMW 31679,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT52 NBG
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 29 May 2012 105,348 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2011 95,990 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 86,562 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

air bag warning lamp staying on in car

Pass 12 Mar 2009 80,521 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 73,934 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 68,561 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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BT52 NBG is a 2002 BMW 316 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BT52 NBG, 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

How do I check the history of BT52 NBG?

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What year was BT52 NBG registered?

BT52 NBG is a 2002 BMW 316, first registered on 19 December 2002.

Is BT52 NBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT52 NBG shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BT52 NBG have outstanding finance?

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