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R240 FAN

1998 BMW 316

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2021
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

50,421 mi
Last recorded50,421 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2020
Typical for 1998 BMW 31698,622 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR240 FAN
MakeBMW
Model316
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2020 50,421 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 50,329 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 50,304 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 49,278 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 47,350 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 45,985 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2014 44,284 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2013 42,146 miles

Nearside Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 4 Jan 2013 42,636 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 40,317 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 38,100 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 35,704 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 32,980 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 30,742 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 28,060 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 25,907 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2005 23,802 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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R240 FAN is a 1998 BMW 316 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1998 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 98,622 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 R240 FAN, 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 28 years old, this BMW 316 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R240 FAN?

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What year was R240 FAN registered?

R240 FAN is a 1998 BMW 316, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is R240 FAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R240 FAN shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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