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HT03 RJV

2003 BMW 316

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

90,294 mi
Last recorded90,294 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT03 RJV
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2018 90,294 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Jul 2018 90,294 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 83,951 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both sides (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 77,367 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 71,042 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2014 63,930 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 58,348 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 53,491 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 48,356 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 43,727 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 37,605 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 31,647 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 25,049 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 18,446 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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HT03 RJV is a 2003 BMW 316 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 HT03 RJV, 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 HT03 RJV registered?

HT03 RJV is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 17 July 2003.

Is HT03 RJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT03 RJV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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