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GV59 ZZA

2010 BMW 316

Green Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

105,923 mi
Last recorded105,923 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2018
Typical for 2010 BMW 316108,675 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV59 ZZA
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2010
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2018 105,923 miles

front exhaust flexible joint deteriorated

Fail 8 Mar 2018 105,923 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported rubber mounting deteriorated. front exhaust clamp broken /rear exhaust clamp loose (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' upper strip and lower sticker (8.3.1e)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 97,218 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 82,516 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2015 71,625 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jan 2014 60,641 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 43,427 miles

1) tyrers 205 55 16

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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GV59 ZZA is a 2010 BMW 316 in Green with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2010 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 108,675 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 GV59 ZZA, 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 16 years old, this BMW 316 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GV59 ZZA registered?

GV59 ZZA is a 2010 BMW 316, first registered on 28 January 2010.

Is GV59 ZZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV59 ZZA shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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