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DNZ 4721

2002 BMW 316

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

103,746 mi
Last recorded103,746 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2020
Typical for 2002 BMW 31679,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDNZ 4721
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2020 103,746 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 99,001 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 94,553 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 93,370 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 92,023 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 91,112 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 91,112 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 90,591 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 89,742 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 85,731 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2010 84,365 miles

front exhaust mounting corroded

Pass 9 Jun 2009 83,459 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 81,708 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 79,895 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 77,161 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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DNZ 4721 is a 2002 BMW 316 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 DNZ 4721, 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 DNZ 4721?

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What year was DNZ 4721 registered?

DNZ 4721 is a 2002 BMW 316, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is DNZ 4721 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DNZ 4721 shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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