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DG51 LWZ

2001 BMW 316

Silver Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

91,426 mi
Last recorded91,426 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2021
Typical for 2001 BMW 31685,754 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG51 LWZ
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2021 91,426 miles

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

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (d) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread X 2 (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 80,658 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 71,313 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2019 71,313 miles

Central Front Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Sep 2018 56,209 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 38,229 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 35,467 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 35,297 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres on wear blocks!

Fail 28 Aug 2015 35,297 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres on wear blocks!

Pass 8 Sep 2014 34,495 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 33,112 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 32,197 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 31,084 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front offside tyre outer edge small cuts

Pass 10 Sep 2010 29,128 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 26,287 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2008 23,271 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2007 20,260 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2007 20,245 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

unable to check outer sills due to plastic covers fitted

Pass 8 Sep 2006 16,916 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 LWZ is a 2001 BMW 316 in Silver with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 DG51 LWZ, 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 DG51 LWZ registered?

DG51 LWZ is a 2001 BMW 316, first registered on 27 September 2001.

Is DG51 LWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG51 LWZ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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