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G122 FKF

1990 BMW 316

White Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

93,767 mi
Last recorded93,767 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2021
Typical for 1990 BMW 316109,179 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG122 FKF
MakeBMW
Model316
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2021 93,767 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 93,488 miles

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 92,862 miles

Offside Front Outer Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 92,488 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 91,908 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 90,936 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 90,179 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 89,324 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 88,520 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2013 88,520 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 87,574 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 86,866 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 85,982 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 84,911 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 84,334 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2008 84,334 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Sep 2007 83,105 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 81,169 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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G122 FKF is a 1990 BMW 316 in White with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1990 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 109,179 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 G122 FKF, 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 36 years old, this BMW 316 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G122 FKF registered?

G122 FKF is a 1990 BMW 316, first registered on 1 April 1990.

Is G122 FKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for G122 FKF 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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