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DK52 VRV

2002 BMW 316

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

104,435 mi
Last recorded104,435 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2014
Typical for 2002 BMW 31679,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK52 VRV
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2014 104,435 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

nearside front tyre slight damage in sidewall

slight oil leak

Fail 10 Sep 2014 104,435 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

nearside front tyre slight damage in sidewall

slight oil leak

Pass 2 Oct 2013 89,864 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2013 86,164 miles

all visible brake pipes have minor corrosion

Pass 13 Mar 2012 76,790 miles

all brake pipes have minor corrosion

Pass 2 Mar 2011 65,282 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2010 55,947 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2009 46,217 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 37,233 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 35,072 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 29,525 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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DK52 VRV is a 2002 BMW 316 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 DK52 VRV, 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 DK52 VRV?

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What year was DK52 VRV registered?

DK52 VRV is a 2002 BMW 316, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is DK52 VRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK52 VRV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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