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FV52 NYC

2003 BMW 316

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

107,007 mi
Last recorded107,007 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV52 NYC
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2017 107,007 miles

Rear Brake pipe repaired, but not inappropriately (3.6.A.3)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 92,941 miles

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 4 Mar 2016 92,941 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 81,551 miles

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

Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 75,314 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 68,337 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 59,716 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2011 51,626 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 45,379 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 39,604 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 34,948 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 19 Mar 2008 34,941 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Apr 2006 25,654 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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FV52 NYC is a 2003 BMW 316 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FV52 NYC, 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 FV52 NYC registered?

FV52 NYC is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 28 January 2003.

Is FV52 NYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV52 NYC shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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