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DX02 YOM

2002 BMW 316

Black Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

90,998 mi
Last recorded90,998 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2014
Typical for 2002 BMW 31679,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX02 YOM
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2014 90,998 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 82,421 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 79,450 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 79,450 miles

Inner Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Offside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 72,433 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2011 72,433 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2010 62,947 miles
Fail 22 May 2010 62,947 miles

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2009 51,903 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

offside front door mirror outer plastic cassing slightly damaged

Pass 16 Apr 2008 47,768 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 43,125 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 36,922 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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DX02 YOM is a 2002 BMW 316 in Black with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DX02 YOM, 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 DX02 YOM?

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What year was DX02 YOM registered?

DX02 YOM is a 2002 BMW 316, first registered on 14 March 2002.

Is DX02 YOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX02 YOM shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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