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DA52 LFS

2003 BMW 316

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

114,626 mi
Last recorded114,626 miles
Recorded on18 May 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA52 LFS
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2017 114,626 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 110,752 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2015 109,677 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 107,966 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 104,902 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 103,143 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 18 Jan 2011 101,881 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Jan 2010 98,068 miles

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

Fail 21 Jan 2010 98,068 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2009 92,853 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 83,383 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 71,371 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2005 54,435 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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DA52 LFS is a 2003 BMW 316 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DA52 LFS, 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 DA52 LFS registered?

DA52 LFS is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 7 January 2003.

Is DA52 LFS safe to buy?

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