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MU54 HBK

2009 BMW 316

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

142,650 mi
Last recorded142,650 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 316101,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMU54 HBK
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2025 142,650 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Apr 2025 142,650 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 8 Jan 2024 141,923 miles

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

vehicle fitted with under trays

Pass 30 Jan 2023 141,481 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

vehicle fitted with under trays

Pass 11 Jan 2022 147,439 miles

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

parking brake reserve travel high

vehicle fitted with under trays

Pass 10 Oct 2020 147,014 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 Oct 2020 147,014 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 144,462 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

oil stain on rear diff

vehicle fitted with undertrays

Pass 7 Aug 2018 140,006 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 131,609 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 130,766 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 116,244 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 98,094 miles

Inner Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

exhaust frontpipe clamp cracking

Fail 29 Nov 2013 75,276 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

n/s/front tyre perished

Pass 29 Nov 2013 75,276 miles

n/s/front tyre perished

Pass 30 Nov 2012 52,118 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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MU54 HBK is a 2009 BMW 316 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2009 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 101,854 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 MU54 HBK, 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 17 years old, this BMW 316 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MU54 HBK registered?

MU54 HBK is a 2009 BMW 316, first registered on 4 December 2009.

Is MU54 HBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for MU54 HBK shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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