MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
113,871 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)
Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)
Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
How Reliable is the BMW 316?
Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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C102 SLN is a 1985 BMW 316 in Red with a 1,766cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1985 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 79,282 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 C102 SLN, 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 41 years old, this BMW 316 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of C102 SLN?
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What year was C102 SLN registered?
C102 SLN is a 1985 BMW 316, first registered on 1 August 1985.
Is C102 SLN safe to buy?
The MOT history for C102 SLN shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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