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DE03 PWZ

2003 BMW 316

Green Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

48,368 mi
Last recorded48,368 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE03 PWZ
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 48,368 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2025 47,807 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2024 45,142 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 24 Jan 2023 44,737 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 43,813 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 43,218 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2021 43,218 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 40,928 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 37,721 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 36,226 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 33,622 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2016 33,622 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 30,545 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 27,303 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2014 27,303 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 24,067 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 21,973 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 18,747 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 17,195 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 14,944 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 10,529 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 8,612 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 7,742 miles

N/S FRONT TYRE HAS CUT IN SIDE WALL

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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DE03 PWZ is a 2003 BMW 316 in Green with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 DE03 PWZ, 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 DE03 PWZ registered?

DE03 PWZ is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is DE03 PWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE03 PWZ shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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