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FL03 ORU

2003 BMW 316

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

137,281 mi
Last recorded137,281 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL03 ORU
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2018 137,281 miles

Oil leak severe ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 11 May 2018 137,281 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak severe ()

Pass 18 May 2017 108,114 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 103,700 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 98,237 miles

Oil leak

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

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

Fail 19 May 2015 98,237 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 16 May 2014 87,475 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 75,163 miles

all 4 x tyres close or on legal limit !

Pass 15 May 2012 66,892 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 61,463 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 52,892 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 45,670 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 45,670 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 7 May 2008 37,440 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2007 27,418 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 2,563 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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FL03 ORU is a 2003 BMW 316 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FL03 ORU, 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 FL03 ORU registered?

FL03 ORU is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is FL03 ORU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL03 ORU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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