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EX53 ONV

2003 BMW 316

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

102,606 mi
Last recorded102,606 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 ONV
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2017 102,606 miles

some rear differential noise.

Pass 26 Mar 2016 95,119 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 90,573 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2015 90,500 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 82,345 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 80,851 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2012 77,781 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 74,343 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 70,766 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 67,283 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 55,179 miles

both rear tyres close to legal limit.

rear brake disc pads - wear appear low.

Pass 2 Sep 2006 35,500 miles

both front tyres unevenly worn & near legal limit.

both rear tyres near legal limit.

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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EX53 ONV is a 2003 BMW 316 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 EX53 ONV, 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 EX53 ONV registered?

EX53 ONV is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 8 September 2003.

Is EX53 ONV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 ONV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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