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GF03 TCX

2003 BMW 316

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

170,336 mi
Last recorded170,336 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF03 TCX
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2017 170,336 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear inner (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear inner (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 166,730 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 162,437 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 158,314 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 153,055 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 145,501 miles

Damage at rear but no sharp edges.

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Nov 2010 136,279 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2010 136,279 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Nov 2009 127,180 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 115,255 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 90,821 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 67,333 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 TCX is a 2003 BMW 316 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 TCX, 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 TCX registered?

GF03 TCX is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is GF03 TCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF03 TCX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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