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G156 RAM

1990 BMW 316

White Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1990 BMW 316109,179 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG156 RAM
MakeBMW
Model316
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2023
Pass 11 Dec 2021 98,257 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 98,240 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2018 97,897 miles

M3 engine fitted

Rear diff locked solid

Sill covers fitted

Pass 22 Dec 2016 97,373 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2016 97,373 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released Offside and nearside (1.2.1e)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Fail 16 Nov 2016 97,373 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) Lower column universal joint (2.2.A.1b)

Brake pipe slightly corroded Offside and nearside rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2015 96,867 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 31 Jan 2014 96,680 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 93,263 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jul 2006 89,800 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2005 86,592 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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G156 RAM is a 1990 BMW 316 in White with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 G156 RAM, 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 G156 RAM registered?

G156 RAM is a 1990 BMW 316, first registered on 14 February 1990.

Is G156 RAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for G156 RAM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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