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CGZ 4859

2016 BMW 316

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

132,213 mi
Last recorded132,213 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 31677,541 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCGZ 4859
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 1 Aug 2025 132,213 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 111,753 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 105,514 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 94,170 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 75,098 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 55,218 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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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CGZ 4859 is a 2016 BMW 316 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 77,541 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 CGZ 4859, 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 10 years old, this BMW 316 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CGZ 4859?

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What year was CGZ 4859 registered?

CGZ 4859 is a 2016 BMW 316, first registered on 7 June 2016.

Is CGZ 4859 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CGZ 4859 shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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