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FG53 SJG

2004 BMW 316

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

69,635 mi
Last recorded69,635 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW 31669,782 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG53 SJG
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 69,635 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 69,563 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2024 69,552 miles

Emissions unable to be completed engine misfire (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 4 Mar 2023 69,548 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 69,300 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 69,272 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 69,130 miles

Spare tyre defective

Pass 8 Apr 2017 68,887 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 68,807 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 68,500 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 68,284 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 67,980 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 66,207 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 62,338 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 62,338 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 57,582 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 13 Mar 2010 57,552 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 52,341 miles

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

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

light rusting on front brake discs not affecting efforts

Pass 14 May 2007 44,422 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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FG53 SJG is a 2004 BMW 316 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 FG53 SJG, 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

How do I check the history of FG53 SJG?

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What year was FG53 SJG registered?

FG53 SJG is a 2004 BMW 316, first registered on 20 January 2004.

Is FG53 SJG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG53 SJG shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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