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HS03 NYR

2003 BMW 316

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

118,829 mi
Last recorded118,829 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS03 NYR
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2016 118,829 miles

Play in nsf Anti Roll Link Bar

Pass 28 Aug 2015 103,108 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 86,447 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 82,009 miles

n\s\rear jacking rubber missing

Fail 21 Aug 2013 82,009 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

n\s\rear jacking rubber missing

Pass 24 Aug 2012 75,616 miles

o\s\front & n\s\rear jacking rubbers missing

Fail 24 Aug 2012 75,616 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

o\s\front & n\s\rear jacking rubbers missing

Pass 23 Aug 2011 69,611 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 69,611 miles

Offside Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 63,046 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2010 63,046 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Aug 2009 56,517 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 47,836 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2007 37,966 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2006 26,996 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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HS03 NYR is a 2003 BMW 316 in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2003 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 73,348 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 HS03 NYR, 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

How do I check the history of HS03 NYR?

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What year was HS03 NYR registered?

HS03 NYR is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 21 March 2003.

Is HS03 NYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for HS03 NYR shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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