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DF04 VXE

2004 BMW 316

Silver Diesel 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

96,514 mi
Last recorded96,514 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2014
Typical for 2004 BMW 31669,782 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF04 VXE
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2014 96,514 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 82,493 miles

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

airbag light on

fuel cap seal cracked

oil leak

Pass 13 Mar 2012 71,128 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Mar 2012 71,048 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 28 Feb 2011 60,101 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2011 60,101 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 51,140 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 41,414 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Oct 2007 32,651 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Jul 2007 31,429 miles

rear tyres close to limit

slight play in n/s front anti - roll bar link

Pass 6 Sep 2006 23,807 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2006 23,806 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

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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DF04 VXE is a 2004 BMW 316 in Silver with a 1,796cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 69,782 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 DF04 VXE, 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 22 years old, this BMW 316 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DF04 VXE?

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What year was DF04 VXE registered?

DF04 VXE is a 2004 BMW 316, first registered on 17 July 2004.

Is DF04 VXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF04 VXE shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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