MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
168,708 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
engine oil leak
n/s and o/s rear outer sills starting to corrode
slight leaks to exhaust system
slight play to steering rack
Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
engine oil leak
n/s and o/s rear outer sills starting to corrode
slight leaks to exhaust system
slight play to steering rack
How Reliable is the BMW 316?
Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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F78 OTR is a 1988 BMW 316 in Red with a 1,766cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1988 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 109,944 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 F78 OTR, 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 38 years old, this BMW 316 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of F78 OTR?
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What year was F78 OTR registered?
F78 OTR is a 1988 BMW 316, first registered on 23 September 1988.
Is F78 OTR safe to buy?
The MOT history for F78 OTR shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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