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GJ54 EAO

2004 BMW 316

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

102,277 mi
Last recorded102,277 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2014
Typical for 2004 BMW 31669,782 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ54 EAO
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2014 102,277 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 97,492 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 96,345 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Ex. oil leaks !

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front discs are slightly worn and corroding - the pads are app. 80% worn

front tyres are wearing on the inner shoulders

n/s/f wishbone has play in the rear bush

o/s/r tyre is unevenly worn - bald on inner shoulder

Pass 22 May 2012 88,667 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 May 2011 80,028 miles

front wishbones have play in the rear bushes

Pass 6 May 2010 73,102 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 73,034 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 May 2009 64,491 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 64,478 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 5 Feb 2009 62,572 miles

(5) Offside front wheel bearing worn close to limit.

Pass 22 Feb 2008 49,093 miles

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

Fail 15 Feb 2008 48,721 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)

Pass 14 May 2007 34,341 miles
Fail 14 May 2007 34,341 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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GJ54 EAO is a 2004 BMW 316 in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GJ54 EAO, 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 GJ54 EAO registered?

GJ54 EAO is a 2004 BMW 316, first registered on 1 September 2004.

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