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DA51 FCL

2001 BMW 316

Blue Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

57,850 mi
Last recorded57,850 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2019
Typical for 2001 BMW 31685,754 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA51 FCL
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2019 57,850 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2019 57,849 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2018 50,388 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2018 50,387 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake inadequately mounted brake caliper retaining clip missing (1.1.21 (c))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 41,310 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 33,796 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 25,152 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 24,104 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2013 23,320 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 23,320 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Oct 2012 22,400 miles

all tyres perishing

Pass 12 Oct 2011 21,362 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 20,044 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 18,657 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 17,881 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 15,907 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 14,013 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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DA51 FCL is a 2001 BMW 316 in Blue with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2001 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 85,754 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 DA51 FCL, 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 25 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 DA51 FCL registered?

DA51 FCL is a 2001 BMW 316, first registered on 5 December 2001.

Is DA51 FCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA51 FCL shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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