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FG03 FUV

2003 BMW 316

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

100,535 mi
Last recorded100,535 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG03 FUV
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2019 100,535 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2018 96,793 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 91,324 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 89,430 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 88,803 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Oct 2013 86,412 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Oct 2013 86,412 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Electrical wiring damaged and bare wires exposed (1.9.2c)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Sep 2012 82,941 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2012 82,941 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 May 2010 77,214 miles

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 6 May 2009 62,737 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 46,734 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

slight travel on handbrake lever

Pass 7 Nov 2006 33,183 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2006 33,175 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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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FG03 FUV is a 2003 BMW 316 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FG03 FUV, 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 FG03 FUV registered?

FG03 FUV is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 15 May 2003.

Is FG03 FUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG03 FUV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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