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DX54 WDT

2004 BMW 316

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

77,085 mi
Last recorded77,085 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 31669,782 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX54 WDT
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2017 77,085 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 67,470 miles
Fail 7 May 2016 67,269 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 59,194 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 51,408 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)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 48,535 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing low on outside edge

Pass 14 Nov 2011 39,680 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 34,434 miles

front brake pads low

Pass 30 Mar 2010 27,140 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 23,027 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 18,150 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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DX54 WDT is a 2004 BMW 316 in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2004 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 69,782 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 DX54 WDT, 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 22 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 DX54 WDT?

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What year was DX54 WDT registered?

DX54 WDT is a 2004 BMW 316, first registered on 10 December 2004.

Is DX54 WDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX54 WDT 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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