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BU52 ZNS

2002 BMW 316

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

113,417 mi
Last recorded113,417 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW 31679,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 ZNS
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2016 113,417 miles

All position lamps have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Exhaust held on by hose clips in verious places

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Oil leak Verious underside oil leaks ()

Fail 11 Jul 2016 113,392 miles

Body insecure and dangerous to other road users Front grilles fell out during brake test (6.1.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear reflector missing Vehicle fitted with after market rear lights without refelectors fitted (1.5.1a)

All position lamps have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Exhaust held on by hose clips in verious places

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Oil leak Verious underside oil leaks ()

Pass 24 Jul 2015 106,544 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 97,619 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 88,887 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jul 2012 83,523 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 75,879 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 68,215 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2010 68,215 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2009 63,438 miles

Nearside washer not working

Pass 28 Apr 2008 55,216 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 47,535 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2006 41,799 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 36,106 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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BU52 ZNS is a 2002 BMW 316 in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BU52 ZNS, 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 BU52 ZNS registered?

BU52 ZNS is a 2002 BMW 316, first registered on 14 September 2002.

Is BU52 ZNS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU52 ZNS shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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