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M17 EGO

1999 BMW 316

Red Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,693 mi
Last recorded44,693 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW 31694,050 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM17 EGO
MakeBMW
Model316
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 3 Jun 2026 44,693 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front front brake pipe slightly corroded

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

slight surface corrosion rear coil springs

Pass 21 May 2025 44,339 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rears (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded All springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2024 43,863 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rears (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded Both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2023 43,368 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 41,345 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 May 2021 40,599 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn to inner edge

rear brake discs rusted and pitted

rear coil springs corroded

Pass 21 May 2020 38,496 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2019 36,645 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 34,327 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 32,841 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 31,579 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 27,965 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 24,578 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 23,826 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 23,021 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 22,456 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 22,103 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 21,641 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 21,044 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 20,232 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 19,774 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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M17 EGO is a 1999 BMW 316 in Red with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 94,050 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 M17 EGO, 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 27 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 M17 EGO registered?

M17 EGO is a 1999 BMW 316, first registered on 14 May 1999.

Is M17 EGO safe to buy?

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