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EX52 LHN

2002 BMW 316

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

146,531 mi
Last recorded146,531 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2019
Typical for 2002 BMW 31679,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX52 LHN
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2019 146,531 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion on various parts of underbody/inner sills etc (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened corrosion on rear subframe and suspension assemblies etc (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres wearing on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

co emissions only just passed test

Pass 10 Jul 2018 136,968 miles

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

co and lambda emissions only just passed test

rear silencer baffles deteriorating

Pass 5 Jul 2017 126,280 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 115,794 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 104,917 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 93,897 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2014 93,897 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 88,346 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 84,610 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2011 81,467 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 78,738 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 74,251 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

offside rear inner part of tyre showing wear.

Fail 16 Jul 2009 74,251 miles

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

offside rear inner part of tyre showing wear.

Pass 19 Jun 2008 69,977 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 69,977 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Nov 2007 63,359 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 61,559 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 61,559 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jul 2006 50,755 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2006 50,755 miles

Nearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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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EX52 LHN is a 2002 BMW 316 in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 EX52 LHN, 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 EX52 LHN registered?

EX52 LHN is a 2002 BMW 316, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is EX52 LHN safe to buy?

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