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FM53 JPX

2004 BMW 316

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

57,312 mi
Last recorded57,312 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 31669,782 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM53 JPX
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2018 57,312 miles

front pads getting low

nearside rear tyre 2/3mm

small split in nearside front drop link

some play in offside front ball joint

Pass 6 Feb 2017 52,022 miles

Front TYRES INNER EDGES WORN

Pass 23 Oct 2015 43,474 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 36,766 miles

both rear tyres wearing off slightly on inner edges

n/s/f & rear wiper blades starting to split

Fail 18 Jul 2014 36,763 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both rear tyres wearing off slightly on inner edges

n/s/f & rear wiper blades starting to split

Fail 16 Dec 2013 36,438 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2013 36,438 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 35,735 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 34,962 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 34,050 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 28,346 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 25,409 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 21,120 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 16,956 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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FM53 JPX is a 2004 BMW 316 in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FM53 JPX, 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

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What year was FM53 JPX registered?

FM53 JPX is a 2004 BMW 316, first registered on 22 January 2004.

Is FM53 JPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM53 JPX shows 14 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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