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HK04 DYP

2004 BMW 316

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

117,169 mi
Last recorded117,169 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 31669,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK04 DYP
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2017 117,169 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

eml light on

Pass 1 Dec 2015 105,344 miles

Cut in n/s rear tyre

Front exhaust bracket broken

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 23 May 2014 98,453 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2014 98,453 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2012 95,902 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2011 90,225 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 90,225 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 86,631 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 77,579 miles

Offside Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

all four brake discs surface corroded

ns mirror damaged

Pass 10 Aug 2007 66,862 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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HK04 DYP is a 2004 BMW 316 in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HK04 DYP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HK04 DYP registered?

HK04 DYP is a 2004 BMW 316, first registered on 19 May 2004.

Is HK04 DYP safe to buy?

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