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DS03 UMA

2003 BMW 316

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

107,524 mi
Last recorded107,524 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS03 UMA
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2018 107,524 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 105,290 miles

Undertrays and outer sill trims fitted fitted preventing full underside inspection

Pass 11 Aug 2016 103,242 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2016 103,242 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 99,330 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 95,233 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 92,070 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 88,759 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 84,260 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 80,368 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 77,033 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 73,417 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 65,679 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 51,077 miles

SMALL STONE CHIP IN SWEPT AREA LESS THAN 10mm(AREA A)

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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DS03 UMA is a 2003 BMW 316 in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2003 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 73,348 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 DS03 UMA, 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 23 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 DS03 UMA?

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What year was DS03 UMA registered?

DS03 UMA is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 15 July 2003.

Is DS03 UMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS03 UMA shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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