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FH03 GFU

2003 BMW 316

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

147,522 mi
Last recorded147,522 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2012
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH03 GFU
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2012 147,522 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 138,373 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 128,635 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 23 May 2009 128,635 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 May 2008 118,028 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 105,506 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 86,076 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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FH03 GFU is a 2003 BMW 316 in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 FH03 GFU, 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 FH03 GFU registered?

FH03 GFU is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 27 May 2003.

Is FH03 GFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH03 GFU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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