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EX54 ZRA

2004 BMW 316

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2016
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

129,685 mi
Last recorded129,685 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2015
Typical for 2004 BMW 31669,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX54 ZRA
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 14 Feb 2015 129,685 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

exhaust clamp needs attention becomming worn

Pass 31 Jan 2014 106,281 miles

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)

Pass 16 Feb 2013 104,565 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 94,632 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 76,075 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 61,233 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 52,396 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 45,765 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 34,148 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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EX54 ZRA is a 2004 BMW 316 in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EX54 ZRA, 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 EX54 ZRA?

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What year was EX54 ZRA registered?

EX54 ZRA is a 2004 BMW 316, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is EX54 ZRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX54 ZRA shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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