MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
136,319 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
front and rear number plates in poor condition
rear brake imbalance high (24%)
slight play in nearside steering rack
Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
front and rear number plates in poor condition
rear brake imbalance high (24%)
slight play in nearside steering rack
Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
both number plates in poor condition
gear box leaking oil
How Reliable is the BMW 316?
Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.
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C256 JMJ is a 1986 BMW 316 in Red with a 1,766cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
Across all 1986 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 96,184 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 C256 JMJ, 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 40 years old, this BMW 316 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was C256 JMJ registered?
C256 JMJ is a 1986 BMW 316, first registered on 23 April 1986.
Is C256 JMJ safe to buy?
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