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DG03 OGF

2003 BMW 316

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

62,807 mi
Last recorded62,807 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG03 OGF
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2021 62,807 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2 x front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Feb 2020 58,800 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2 x front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 55,549 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2 x front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 51,419 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2018 51,419 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 46,566 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 42,529 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2016 42,529 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 40,399 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2015 40,399 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 39,360 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 38,240 miles

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

o/s rear spring broken but not insecure

Pass 12 Mar 2012 36,690 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 34,580 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 34,580 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 32,100 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 28,461 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 24,383 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 20,795 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 18,444 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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DG03 OGF is a 2003 BMW 316 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DG03 OGF, 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

How do I check the history of DG03 OGF?

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What year was DG03 OGF registered?

DG03 OGF is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 10 March 2003.

Is DG03 OGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG03 OGF shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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