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GU03 ZZL

2003 BMW 316

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2020
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

138,912 mi
Last recorded138,912 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU03 ZZL
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2019 138,912 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front D mount bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 133,421 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2018 133,419 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2017 127,612 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2017 127,609 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 122,183 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 118,581 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 112,674 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2015 112,674 miles

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

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 106,937 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 100,537 miles

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 6 Mar 2012 95,707 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 2 Mar 2011 87,217 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2010 80,395 miles

rear number plate is poor

Fail 2 Mar 2010 80,394 miles

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

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

rear number plate is poor

Pass 11 Mar 2009 73,547 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2009 73,411 miles

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

rear reg plate poor corrosion to rear brake pipes stering rack weeping oil

Pass 10 Mar 2008 62,859 miles

slight weep from steering rack

Pass 21 Feb 2007 46,367 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2007 45,989 miles

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

front brake pads appear low advise

nearside and offside front tyres worn on inner and outer edges advise

nearside rear seat belt clasp not working advise requires attention

Pass 13 Mar 2006 30,318 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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GU03 ZZL is a 2003 BMW 316 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GU03 ZZL, 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 GU03 ZZL registered?

GU03 ZZL is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 12 March 2003.

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