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FP53 ZWY

2003 BMW 316

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

57,712 mi
Last recorded57,712 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP53 ZWY
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2016 57,712 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 55,149 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 53,037 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 50,714 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 47,623 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 43,153 miles

Slight leak from rocker cover gasket.

Pass 11 Sep 2010 35,562 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2010 35,562 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2009 30,134 miles

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

Oil leak

dampness around power steering pipe

Pass 9 Oct 2008 26,277 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 22,246 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 18,010 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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FP53 ZWY is a 2003 BMW 316 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FP53 ZWY, 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 FP53 ZWY?

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What year was FP53 ZWY registered?

FP53 ZWY is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 6 November 2003.

Is FP53 ZWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP53 ZWY shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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