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J404 KNL

1992 BMW 316

White Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

142,688 mi
Last recorded142,688 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2011
Typical for 1992 BMW 316122,211 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ404 KNL
MakeBMW
Model316
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2011 142,688 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 140,256 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2009 140,256 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2008 137,158 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 10 Dec 2007 131,411 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 116,132 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2006 124,681 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Dec 2005 116,132 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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J404 KNL is a 1992 BMW 316 in White with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1992 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.4% with a typical mileage of 122,211 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 J404 KNL, 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 34 years old, this BMW 316 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J404 KNL?

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What year was J404 KNL registered?

J404 KNL is a 1992 BMW 316, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J404 KNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J404 KNL shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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