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DG04 YBJ

2004 BMW 316

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

119,272 mi
Last recorded119,272 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW 31669,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG04 YBJ
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2016 119,272 miles

Major oil leak

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

engine light illuminated

Pass 7 Jul 2015 110,273 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Oil leak

Pass 14 Jun 2014 102,395 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2013 91,542 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 84,298 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2012 84,119 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 73,650 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 63,670 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2010 63,699 miles

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

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 19 Feb 2009 53,502 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 43,014 miles

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

Fail 20 Feb 2008 42,961 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2007 31,515 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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DG04 YBJ is a 2004 BMW 316 in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DG04 YBJ, 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

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What year was DG04 YBJ registered?

DG04 YBJ is a 2004 BMW 316, first registered on 12 March 2004.

Is DG04 YBJ safe to buy?

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