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HV53 UAM

2003 BMW 316

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

179,142 mi
Last recorded179,142 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV53 UAM
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2015 179,142 miles

slight oil leak

Fail 31 Oct 2015 179,142 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

slight oil leak

Pass 25 Oct 2014 167,371 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2014 167,371 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2013 159,899 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Nov 2013 159,899 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front 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 6 Oct 2012 150,281 miles

oil leak

ost tyre poor sidewall condition

Pass 1 Sep 2011 140,286 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2008 117,376 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 101,029 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 83,768 miles

front inner forward bumper guards broken

offside rear tyre has cut on tread

Fail 24 Oct 2006 83,767 miles

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

engine bay bonnet release catch sticking

front inner forward bumper guards broken

offside rear tyre cut on tread

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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HV53 UAM is a 2003 BMW 316 in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HV53 UAM, 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 HV53 UAM registered?

HV53 UAM is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 22 November 2003.

Is HV53 UAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV53 UAM shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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