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N919 GAH

1995 BMW 316

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

127,638 mi
Last recorded127,638 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2024
Typical for 1995 BMW 316108,514 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN919 GAH
MakeBMW
Model316
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Fail 10 Sep 2024 127,638 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Brake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Brake performance unable to be tested welded diff condition of tyres (1.2.1 (g))

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Emissions unable to be completed catalytic converter missing, (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer not working both sides, (3.5 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Driver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear lamp damaged, (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged in main tread in several places, (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light broken (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front slam panel slightly insecure o/s/f

Offside Rear 1/4 panel damaged hole boot floor o/s/r

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides, (5.3.2 (b))

Rear all rear seats & seat belts missing @ time of test,

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 91,652 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 85,901 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 83,175 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2016 81,632 miles

Slight oil leak

Pass 6 Aug 2015 78,173 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

high imbalance on front brakes

slight corrosion on underside

slight oil leak from engine

slight perrishing in front suspension bushes

slight play in bottom steering joint

Pass 30 Jul 2014 76,731 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 75,958 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 75,376 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 74,446 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 72,887 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2009 70,970 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 70,970 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 69,051 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2007 65,452 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 62,169 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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N919 GAH is a 1995 BMW 316 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1995 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 108,514 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 N919 GAH, 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 31 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 N919 GAH registered?

N919 GAH is a 1995 BMW 316, first registered on 1 August 1995.

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