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FC04 GYB

2004 BMW 316

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

88,364 mi
Last recorded88,364 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2021
Typical for 2004 BMW 31669,782 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFC04 GYB
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2021 88,364 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2020 80,899 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Nov 2020 80,892 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded rear section of front to rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2019 75,112 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and ferrules (1.1.11 (c))

all under trays fitted / side sill covers / vehicle presented in wet conditions

Fail 21 Dec 2019 75,112 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and ferrules (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

all under trays fitted / side sill covers / vehicle presented in wet conditions

Pass 5 Apr 2019 73,571 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

both bottom ball joints

Fail 5 Apr 2019 73,571 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

both bottom ball joints

Pass 27 Apr 2018 69,958 miles

both front wishbone bushes

rear pads

various tyres

Pass 27 Apr 2017 65,773 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 62,279 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2016 62,279 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 57,899 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 9 May 2014 53,021 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 49,152 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

child seat fitted

slight movement in lower ball joints

Pass 25 Apr 2012 46,919 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 44,019 miles

near side front tyer pearishing

Pass 7 May 2010 40,699 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 May 2009 37,033 miles

nails in both rear tyres

Pass 9 May 2008 30,839 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 20,536 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 20,483 miles

Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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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FC04 GYB is a 2004 BMW 316 in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 FC04 GYB, 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

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What year was FC04 GYB registered?

FC04 GYB is a 2004 BMW 316, first registered on 13 May 2004.

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