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K201 XOD

1993 BMW 316

Maroon Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

203,362 mi
Last recorded203,362 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2011
Typical for 1993 BMW 316116,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK201 XOD
MakeBMW
Model316
Year1993
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 14 Jul 2011 203,362 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

N/S/F Tyre Sidewall Cracked.

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

O/S/F Wiper Blade Split.

O/S/R Tyre Sidewall Cracked.

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 200,039 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Jul 2010 200,039 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2009 195,080 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Jul 2009 195,080 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 187,764 miles

Corrosion in nearside outer sill panel. not within a prescribed area. not affecting brakes, steering or suspension.

Pass 29 Jun 2007 178,834 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 19 Jul 2006 173,622 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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K201 XOD is a 1993 BMW 316 in Maroon with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1993 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 116,811 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 K201 XOD, 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 33 years old, this BMW 316 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K201 XOD registered?

K201 XOD is a 1993 BMW 316, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K201 XOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for K201 XOD shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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