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GL03 TGF

2003 BMW 316

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

178,885 mi
Last recorded178,885 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL03 TGF
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2017 178,885 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 172,903 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 157,902 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 157,902 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 148,845 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 140,637 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Jul 2011 130,939 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 130,939 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2010 117,776 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2010 117,359 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 25 Jul 2009 107,064 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2009 107,016 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2008 94,204 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 80,008 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 80,003 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

o/s front tyre worn on outer tread.

Pass 29 Aug 2006 62,608 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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GL03 TGF is a 2003 BMW 316 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 GL03 TGF, 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

How do I check the history of GL03 TGF?

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What year was GL03 TGF registered?

GL03 TGF is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is GL03 TGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL03 TGF shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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