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DJF 737Y

1983 BMW 316

Blue Petrol 5800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

4,138 mi
Last recorded4,138 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 1983 BMW 31695,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDJF 737Y
MakeBMW
Model316
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 4,138 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 3,780 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 3,612 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 3,439 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 3,304 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 3,279 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 2,653 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 2,368 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 1,549 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 328 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 9 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 95,108 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2006 95,092 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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DJF 737Y is a 1983 BMW 316 in Blue with a 5,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1983 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 95,748 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 DJF 737Y, 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 43 years old, this BMW 316 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DJF 737Y registered?

DJF 737Y is a 1983 BMW 316, first registered on 30 April 1983.

Is DJF 737Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DJF 737Y shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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