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FM03 NHP

2003 BMW 316

Blue Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

38,964 mi
Last recorded38,964 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM03 NHP
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 38,964 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 38,942 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 38,916 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 38,407 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive From engine sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 37,722 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 36,170 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 34,412 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 21 Jun 2017 34,412 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 32,727 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 30,909 miles

Both rear wheel bearings sligtly noisey but not rough when rotated

Nail in nearside front tyre

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 28,881 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2014 28,881 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 26,756 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2013 26,756 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 24,802 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 22,267 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 19,654 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 17,265 miles

cut to o/s/f tyre tread

Pass 27 Jun 2008 14,553 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 12,224 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 8,949 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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FM03 NHP is a 2003 BMW 316 in Blue with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 FM03 NHP, 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 FM03 NHP?

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What year was FM03 NHP registered?

FM03 NHP is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is FM03 NHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM03 NHP shows 21 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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