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BU52 ZNX

2002 BMW 316

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

142,228 mi
Last recorded142,228 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2020
Typical for 2002 BMW 31679,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 ZNX
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2020 142,228 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 137,175 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 130,705 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 127,690 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 122,215 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 113,101 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 105,506 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 98,024 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 91,631 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 82,881 miles

Oil leak

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

water marks rear number plate

Pass 15 Jun 2010 74,017 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 64,094 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 54,908 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2008 54,908 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 48,037 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 45,022 miles

Centre Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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)

offside and nearside front tyres slightly worn on edges

Pass 16 Oct 2006 45,022 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)

offside and nearside front tyres slightly worn on edges

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 ZNX is a 2002 BMW 316 in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 ZNX, 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 ZNX registered?

BU52 ZNX is a 2002 BMW 316, first registered on 16 September 2002.

Is BU52 ZNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU52 ZNX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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