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DG51 LVX

2002 BMW 316

Green Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

66,266 mi
Last recorded66,266 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW 31679,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG51 LVX
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 66,266 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front wing damaged but not likely to cause harm

front bumper damaged but not likely to cause harm

Fail 16 Sep 2025 66,266 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front wing damaged but not likely to cause harm

front bumper damaged but not likely to cause harm

Pass 8 Oct 2024 65,614 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 64,843 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 64,158 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 63,452 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 62,899 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 61,976 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 60,373 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 58,648 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 57,196 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 55,588 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 53,821 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2013 43,553 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 41,427 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 39,802 miles

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

Fail 4 May 2011 39,800 miles

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

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

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

Fail 28 Apr 2010 37,404 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 37,404 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 32,674 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 30,820 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 30,777 miles

Offside Body or chassis is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 May 2007 27,940 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 24,822 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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DG51 LVX is a 2002 BMW 316 in Green with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2002 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 79,198 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 DG51 LVX, 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 24 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 DG51 LVX?

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What year was DG51 LVX registered?

DG51 LVX is a 2002 BMW 316, first registered on 21 January 2002.

Is DG51 LVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG51 LVX shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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