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EN03 XCW

2003 BMW 316

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Dec 2020
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

99,577 mi
Last recorded99,577 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN03 XCW
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2019 99,577 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 92,306 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 90,573 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/50/16 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/50/16 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 85,421 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 82,479 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2015 82,456 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear wiper blade split

Fail 26 Jun 2014 78,668 miles

DOWNPIPE SUPPORT BRACKET FRACTURED

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

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

SIDEWALL OF O/S/F TYRE PERISHED

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 78,668 miles

DOWNPIPE SUPPORT BRACKET FRACTURED

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

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

SIDEWALL OF O/S/F TYRE PERISHED

Pass 19 Jun 2013 73,827 miles

Exhaust hanger adrift from system

Fail 19 Jun 2013 73,827 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Exhaust hanger adrift from system

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

Pass 6 Jun 2012 66,801 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 55,949 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both rear tyres very close to limit (Boarder Line)

n/s/f tyre worn on edges

Fail 21 Mar 2011 55,949 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both rear tyres very close to limit (Boarder Line)

n/s/f tyre worn on edges

Pass 4 Mar 2010 46,660 miles

both front wheel bearings slightly noisy

n/s/r tyre getting close to limit

o/s/r tyre has cut to tread

Pass 22 Dec 2008 36,168 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 25,263 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2007 25,219 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Fail 3 Jul 2006 15,130 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 15,130 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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EN03 XCW is a 2003 BMW 316 in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 EN03 XCW, 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

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What year was EN03 XCW registered?

EN03 XCW is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 26 June 2003.

Is EN03 XCW safe to buy?

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