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HIG 2033

2004 BMW 316

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

46,197 mi
Last recorded46,197 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW 31669,782 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHIG 2033
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2024 46,197 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside front tyre edges worn

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 38,209 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2022 37,456 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 36,277 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 32,797 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 27,948 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 26,541 miles

Front and rear tyres perishing slightly on side walls.

Pass 7 Jul 2016 25,605 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 24,731 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 23,896 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 23,693 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jul 2013 23,693 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jun 2012 23,289 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jul 2011 22,540 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 22,261 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 22,192 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

long travel hand brake lever

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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HIG 2033 is a 2004 BMW 316 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2004 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 69,782 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 HIG 2033, 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 22 years old, this BMW 316 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HIG 2033 registered?

HIG 2033 is a 2004 BMW 316, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is HIG 2033 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HIG 2033 shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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