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FB53 GJX

2003 BMW 316

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

116,868 mi
Last recorded116,868 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB53 GJX
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2017 116,868 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 105,077 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 98,764 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2015 98,764 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2014 92,265 miles

deteriation o/s front tyre sidewall

Pass 22 Mar 2013 84,819 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 84,819 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2012 70,868 miles

Windscreen appears to be excessively tinted

Pass 29 Mar 2011 60,800 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 49,997 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2009 40,891 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 31,230 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 29,726 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 22,212 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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FB53 GJX is a 2003 BMW 316 in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FB53 GJX, 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 FB53 GJX registered?

FB53 GJX is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 6 December 2003.

Is FB53 GJX safe to buy?

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