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MYU 11E

1989 BMW 316

White Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

98,917 mi
Last recorded98,917 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 1989 BMW 316112,085 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMYU 11E
MakeBMW
Model316
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 98,917 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2025 98,617 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 97,754 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 96,224 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 94,202 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 93,958 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 93,876 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 93,814 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 93,482 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 92,876 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded too rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front jacking point corroded

Pass 28 Nov 2014 91,911 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 90,919 miles

both front jacking points corroded

Pass 11 Dec 2012 88,708 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 86,490 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2011 86,490 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Dec 2010 83,264 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2010 83,264 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Dec 2009 79,501 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2008 78,039 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 12 Dec 2008 78,039 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2007 75,903 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 73,233 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 70,947 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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MYU 11E is a 1989 BMW 316 in White with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1989 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 112,085 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 MYU 11E, 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 37 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 MYU 11E?

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What year was MYU 11E registered?

MYU 11E is a 1989 BMW 316, first registered on 14 November 1989.

Is MYU 11E safe to buy?

The MOT history for MYU 11E shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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