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BW56 CZN

2007 BMW 316

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2024
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

119,589 mi
Last recorded119,589 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 31688,759 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW56 CZN
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2023 119,589 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2023 119,589 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 May 2022 105,013 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated front and rear both side (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 95,796 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2021 95,796 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Dec 2019 94,608 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 94,444 miles

suspect clocks been changed giving wrong infomation

under trays and sill covers fitted obscuring view

Fail 4 Dec 2018 94,444 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

under trays and sill covers fitted obscuring view

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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BW56 CZN is a 2007 BMW 316 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2007 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 88,759 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BW56 CZN, 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 19 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 BW56 CZN registered?

BW56 CZN is a 2007 BMW 316, first registered on 31 January 2007.

Is BW56 CZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW56 CZN shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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