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GF04 WXD

2004 BMW 316

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

100,557 mi
Last recorded100,557 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 31669,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF04 WXD
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Fail 11 Sep 2018 100,557 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

reverse lamps inoperative

Pass 11 Sep 2017 94,609 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2016 84,400 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded os front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil nsf (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 73,267 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 65,107 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 57,723 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 50,577 miles

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

nearside rear tyre perished

Fail 30 Jul 2012 50,577 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 25 Jul 2011 43,842 miles

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

tyre treads cracking

Pass 21 Mar 2011 42,604 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 42,604 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 40,539 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 32,713 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 30,457 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 24,856 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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GF04 WXD is a 2004 BMW 316 in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2004 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 69,782 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 GF04 WXD, 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 22 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 GF04 WXD registered?

GF04 WXD is a 2004 BMW 316, first registered on 13 April 2004.

Is GF04 WXD safe to buy?

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