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DE51 VFM

2001 BMW 316

Green Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

157,641 mi
Last recorded157,641 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2017
Typical for 2001 BMW 31685,754 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE51 VFM
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2017 157,641 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2017 157,641 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 152,809 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 147,968 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 140,331 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 136,878 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine malfunction light illuminated

oil level warning light illuminated

slight noise from rear wheel bearings

Fail 9 Aug 2013 136,872 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Anti-roll bar missing (2.4.G.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine malfunction light illuminated

oil level warning light illuminated

slight noise from rear wheel bearings

Pass 3 Aug 2012 125,166 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 3 Aug 2012 125,166 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Dec 2009 97,480 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 73,313 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 52,430 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 39,321 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2006 39,321 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Oct 2005 28,689 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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DE51 VFM is a 2001 BMW 316 in Green with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 DE51 VFM, 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 DE51 VFM registered?

DE51 VFM is a 2001 BMW 316, first registered on 15 November 2001.

Is DE51 VFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE51 VFM shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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