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FV03 KXN

2003 BMW 316

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

64,105 mi
Last recorded64,105 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2021
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV03 KXN
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2021 64,105 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 64,105 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 63,856 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 20 Sep 2018 63,583 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 61,547 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2016 66,075 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 65,921 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2015 65,920 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 59,359 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 55,052 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 51,266 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2011 51,266 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 45,567 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 42,094 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2008 34,963 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 21,432 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 13,209 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 12,295 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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FV03 KXN is a 2003 BMW 316 in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FV03 KXN, 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 FV03 KXN registered?

FV03 KXN is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 22 May 2003.

Is FV03 KXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV03 KXN shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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