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CK03 XTS

2003 BMW 316

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

97,706 mi
Last recorded97,706 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2020
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK03 XTS
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2020 97,706 miles

slight cracking on front brake flexible hoses

slight wear offside front wishbone rear bush

some corrosion on brake discs

Pass 25 Apr 2019 95,557 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 92,793 miles

slight wear in front brake pads and discs

Pass 13 Oct 2016 87,935 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 84,325 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 80,004 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 76,642 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 72,569 miles

some wear on front tyre outer edges

Pass 10 Mar 2011 63,135 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2011 63,135 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 4 Mar 2010 53,729 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 3 Mar 2009 42,420 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 28,815 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 May 2007 24,479 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 18,514 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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CK03 XTS is a 2003 BMW 316 in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 CK03 XTS, 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

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What year was CK03 XTS registered?

CK03 XTS is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 21 May 2003.

Is CK03 XTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for CK03 XTS shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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