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D247 UGC

1987 BMW 316

Red Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

159,096 mi
Last recorded159,096 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2022
Typical for 1987 BMW 316106,510 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD247 UGC
MakeBMW
Model316
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2022 159,096 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 159,079 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 159,059 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 159,051 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 159,043 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 158,967 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Oct 2016 158,809 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 158,665 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Oct 2014 158,384 miles

nearside rear winter tyre is fitted

Pass 12 Oct 2013 158,125 miles

brake pads warning light displayed

Pass 23 Oct 2012 157,617 miles

Oil leak

Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 15 Oct 2011 124,242 miles

Battery insecure

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

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 15 Oct 2011 124,242 miles

Battery insecure

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

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 122,333 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 119,145 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 116,327 miles

both head lamp aims could be better

Pass 31 Oct 2007 113,711 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 111,644 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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D247 UGC is a 1987 BMW 316 in Red with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1987 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 106,510 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 D247 UGC, 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 39 years old, this BMW 316 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D247 UGC registered?

D247 UGC is a 1987 BMW 316, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D247 UGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for D247 UGC shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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