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GP03 OXB

2003 BMW 316

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2017
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

169,211 mi
Last recorded169,211 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP03 OXB
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2016 169,211 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2016 169,211 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 162,583 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 154,603 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 May 2013 146,976 miles

engine lamp on

Oil leak

Fail 24 May 2013 146,975 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

engine lamp on

Oil leak

Pass 9 Jul 2012 144,979 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2012 144,908 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)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 May 2011 140,734 miles

Oil leak

air bag light on

engine light on

engine runs ruff

tyre pressure light on

Pass 24 Jun 2010 136,116 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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

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

Pass 12 May 2010 134,752 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 134,746 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e) DANGEROUS

Engine oil low (slight leak around sump area)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 118,513 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 118,509 miles

Offside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 99,755 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 99,755 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 78,876 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 61,019 miles

small cracks not in swept area in windscreen o/s

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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GP03 OXB is a 2003 BMW 316 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 GP03 OXB, 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 GP03 OXB registered?

GP03 OXB is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 18 June 2003.

Is GP03 OXB safe to buy?

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