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HK53 DNX

2003 BMW 316

Blue Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

149,086 mi
Last recorded149,086 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2022
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK53 DNX
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2022 149,086 miles

nail in n/s/r tyre

oil leak

Fail 14 Oct 2022 149,086 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Road wheel fixing missing ALL 4 WHEELS (5.2.1 (a) (i))

nail in n/s/r tyre

oil leak

Pass 26 Oct 2021 141,011 miles

front disc worn

n/s/f tyre worn on outer shoulder

o/s/r brake pipe corroded

Pass 4 Sep 2020 136,577 miles

rear brake pipe corroded

Fail 4 Sep 2020 136,577 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

rear brake pipe corroded

Pass 6 Sep 2019 128,726 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 124,355 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

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

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

Oil leak ()

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 118,261 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 117,825 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 7 Sep 2011 58,013 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2010 62,019 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 23 Aug 2010 62,019 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 51,370 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 44,467 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 36,227 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 29,186 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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HK53 DNX is a 2003 BMW 316 in Blue with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 HK53 DNX, 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 HK53 DNX registered?

HK53 DNX is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is HK53 DNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK53 DNX shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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