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HV03 WFY

2003 BMW 316

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

129,712 mi
Last recorded129,712 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV03 WFY
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2017 129,712 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 28 Sep 2016 122,990 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 115,055 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 106,200 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 98,548 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 89,848 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 77,537 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2011 77,537 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 76,537 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 70,231 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 61,348 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 52,927 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 45,381 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2007 45,381 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Mar 2006 37,744 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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HV03 WFY is a 2003 BMW 316 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 HV03 WFY, 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 HV03 WFY registered?

HV03 WFY is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 26 March 2003.

Is HV03 WFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV03 WFY shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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