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CE53 NHK

2003 BMW 316

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

103,603 mi
Last recorded103,603 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE53 NHK
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2015 103,603 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 97,061 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 89,698 miles

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

Fail 21 Sep 2013 89,698 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

wishbone rear bush worn

Pass 20 Sep 2012 85,719 miles

both front wishbone mounts worn

both rear tyres starting to wear on edge

chip in windscreen

front discs worn

Pass 22 Sep 2011 85,205 miles

both fornt wishbone mounts worn

chip in windscreen

oil leak

Pass 18 Sep 2010 82,523 miles

chip in windscreen

play in both front wishbone mounts

Pass 23 Sep 2009 81,036 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

chip in windscreen

play in both front wishbone mounts

Pass 13 Sep 2008 78,790 miles

chip in windscreen

exhaust bracket corroded

Pass 22 Sep 2007 75,406 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 72,014 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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CE53 NHK is a 2003 BMW 316 in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2003 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 73,348 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 CE53 NHK, 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 23 years old, this BMW 316 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CE53 NHK?

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What year was CE53 NHK registered?

CE53 NHK is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is CE53 NHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE53 NHK shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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