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DA52 LFY

2002 BMW 316

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2019
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

107,977 mi
Last recorded107,977 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW 31679,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA52 LFY
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2018 107,977 miles

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 18 Apr 2018 107,976 miles

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jan 2017 105,980 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 99,418 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 91,860 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2015 91,860 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 87,152 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 87,051 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2012 87,037 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 77,773 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 73,146 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 67,042 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 May 2010 67,042 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 61,494 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 55,992 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2007 54,029 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2006 38,966 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2005 23,672 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 LFY is a 2002 BMW 316 in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DA52 LFY, 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 DA52 LFY registered?

DA52 LFY is a 2002 BMW 316, first registered on 23 December 2002.

Is DA52 LFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA52 LFY shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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