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CW52 EKP

2002 BMW 316

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

101,931 mi
Last recorded101,931 miles
Recorded on28 May 2021
Typical for 2002 BMW 31679,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCW52 EKP
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2021 101,931 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 May 2020 93,115 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 83,025 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 74,337 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 65,734 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 56,237 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 46,908 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 38,587 miles

engine misfire..play in both front bottom ball joints

Pass 21 May 2013 28,273 miles

front disc pads getting low

Pass 25 May 2012 24,604 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 24,602 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 May 2011 23,285 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 21,557 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 19,576 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 17,783 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 15,824 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 13,379 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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CW52 EKP is a 2002 BMW 316 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2002 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 79,198 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 CW52 EKP, 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 24 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 CW52 EKP registered?

CW52 EKP is a 2002 BMW 316, first registered on 20 December 2002.

Is CW52 EKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for CW52 EKP shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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