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GV51 DHD

2001 BMW 316

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

103,857 mi
Last recorded103,857 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2017
Typical for 2001 BMW 31685,754 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV51 DHD
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2017 103,857 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 96,207 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 88,136 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 82,660 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 76,577 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 69,729 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 62,249 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 55,092 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 48,007 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 41,496 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2008 41,496 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Feb 2007 36,488 miles

Both front discs lipped and corroded.

Both rear discs lipped and corroded.

N/S/R Tyre tread depth near legal limit.

Pass 6 Feb 2006 31,618 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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GV51 DHD is a 2001 BMW 316 in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2001 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 85,754 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 GV51 DHD, 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 25 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 GV51 DHD?

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What year was GV51 DHD registered?

GV51 DHD is a 2001 BMW 316, first registered on 25 October 2001.

Is GV51 DHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV51 DHD shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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