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GF03 BHW

2003 BMW 316

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

186,273 mi
Last recorded186,273 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF03 BHW
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2019 186,273 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 184,279 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 179,647 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 171,774 miles

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

blue smoke emitted during accelaration

front brake discs slightly worn

oil leak

rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 21 Sep 2015 162,872 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 153,202 miles

Oil leak

Fail 2 Sep 2014 153,202 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 4 Sep 2013 140,901 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 125,154 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 113,188 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 104,283 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 97,321 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2009 91,161 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 82,119 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 68,761 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 53,622 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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GF03 BHW is a 2003 BMW 316 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 GF03 BHW, 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 GF03 BHW registered?

GF03 BHW is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 26 March 2003.

Is GF03 BHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF03 BHW shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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