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FE03 GVK

2003 BMW 316

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

79,567 mi
Last recorded79,567 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE03 GVK
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2021 79,567 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm-rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front wing/slightly corroded

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm-rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear wheel arch slight corroded

Pass 26 Feb 2020 69,664 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 62,738 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone mounting ()

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 54,384 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc corroded

Offside Rear brake disc corroded

Pass 1 Mar 2017 42,612 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 38,676 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 36,991 miles

Slight noise in nearside rear wheel bearing

Pass 3 Feb 2014 33,954 miles

Slight noise in Nearside rear wheel bearing

Pass 15 Feb 2013 32,226 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 30,134 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 27,245 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2011 27,245 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Feb 2010 24,572 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 21,557 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 18,734 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 15,297 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 11,757 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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FE03 GVK is a 2003 BMW 316 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 FE03 GVK, 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

How do I check the history of FE03 GVK?

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What year was FE03 GVK registered?

FE03 GVK is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is FE03 GVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE03 GVK shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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