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DX02 YRE

2002 BMW 316

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2015
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

121,470 mi
Last recorded121,470 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2014
Typical for 2002 BMW 31679,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX02 YRE
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2014 121,470 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

both fronts & n/s rear tyres perished

rear exhaust clamps corroded

Fail 5 Jun 2014 121,470 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both fronts & n/s rear tyres perished

rear exhaust clamps corroded

Pass 29 Jun 2013 115,734 miles

Nearside Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

n/s front to rear brake slightly corroded

rear exhaust clamp broken

Fail 27 Jun 2013 115,734 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

rear exhaust clamp broken

Nearside Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

n/s front to rear brake slightly corroded

Pass 31 Aug 2012 110,944 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 110,160 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 105,091 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 105,049 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

slight noise/wear in rear wheel bearings

Pass 1 Apr 2010 99,436 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

handbrake needs slight attention on o/s

Fail 1 Apr 2010 99,429 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

handbrake needs slight attention on o/s

Fail 3 Mar 2009 90,574 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Mar 2009 90,574 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 5 Mar 2008 80,953 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 70,627 miles

Rear bumper insecure

Pass 9 Mar 2006 60,628 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 YRE is a 2002 BMW 316 in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YRE, 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

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What year was DX02 YRE registered?

DX02 YRE is a 2002 BMW 316, first registered on 28 March 2002.

Is DX02 YRE safe to buy?

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