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FH03 KSF

2003 BMW 316

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

88,501 mi
Last recorded88,501 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH03 KSF
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2020 88,501 miles

Nearside Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

sill covers and under trays fitted

Fail 29 Aug 2020 88,481 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 14 Apr 2017 87,218 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak ()

Pass 2 Apr 2016 84,564 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 81,243 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 76,566 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front exhaust clamp corroded

Pass 3 Jun 2013 70,134 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 63,353 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Jun 2011 56,865 miles

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 May 2010 50,100 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 28 May 2009 43,239 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 36,541 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 30 May 2007 30,194 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2006 24,091 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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 KSF is a 2003 BMW 316 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 KSF, 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 FH03 KSF?

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What year was FH03 KSF registered?

FH03 KSF is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 6 June 2003.

Is FH03 KSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH03 KSF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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