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S44 TTY

1999 BMW 316

Black Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

70,940 mi
Last recorded70,940 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2005
Typical for 1999 BMW 31694,050 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS44 TTY
MakeBMW
Model316
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 1 Oct 2005 70,940 miles

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

Nearside Rear An item not tested (Manual) DANGEROUS

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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S44 TTY is a 1999 BMW 316 in Black with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S44 TTY, 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

How do I check the history of S44 TTY?

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What year was S44 TTY registered?

S44 TTY is a 1999 BMW 316, first registered on 14 September 1999.

Is S44 TTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for S44 TTY shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S44 TTY have outstanding finance?

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