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EJ02 MVC

2002 BMW 316

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

123,712 mi
Last recorded123,712 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2024
Typical for 2002 BMW 31679,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ02 MVC
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2024 123,712 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 121,370 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

under tray fitted.

Pass 30 Nov 2021 120,679 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 120,171 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2019 118,870 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 115,209 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 109,037 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 101,908 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 94,949 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 87,556 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 79,424 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 71,258 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 61,771 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 May 2011 61,771 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 May 2010 52,339 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 47,838 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 15 May 2009 47,838 miles

Oil leak

Pass 9 May 2008 41,050 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 33,216 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 25,643 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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EJ02 MVC is a 2002 BMW 316 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 EJ02 MVC, 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 EJ02 MVC registered?

EJ02 MVC is a 2002 BMW 316, first registered on 1 June 2002.

Is EJ02 MVC safe to buy?

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