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G576 UYM

1990 BMW 316

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

80,857 mi
Last recorded80,857 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2017
Typical for 1990 BMW 316109,179 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG576 UYM
MakeBMW
Model316
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2017 80,857 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 73,802 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 72,598 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 71,601 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 70,306 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 68,669 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2012 68,669 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 67,436 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 65,913 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 64,046 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2008 61,415 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Oct 2008 61,415 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 58,988 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 56,114 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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G576 UYM is a 1990 BMW 316 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 G576 UYM, 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

How do I check the history of G576 UYM?

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What year was G576 UYM registered?

G576 UYM is a 1990 BMW 316, first registered on 2 January 1990.

Is G576 UYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for G576 UYM shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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