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S863 GRC

1999 BMW 316

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

134,965 mi
Last recorded134,965 miles
Recorded on7 May 2013
Typical for 1999 BMW 31694,050 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS863 GRC
MakeBMW
Model316
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2013 134,965 miles

both rear brake pipes covered in greasy compound and unable to fully inspect

engine oil level too high

major oil leak

Fail 2 May 2013 134,965 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both rear brake pipes covered in greasy compound and unable to fully inspect

engine oil level too high

major oil leak

Pass 3 May 2012 128,200 miles

all rear brake pipes covered in a greasy compound unable to fully check ,requires further attention

Fail 2 May 2012 128,200 miles

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

all rear brake pipes covered in a greasy compound unable to fully check ,requires further attention

Fail 17 Dec 2011 128,002 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

ADVISE: intermitted parking brake operation on the nearside. has little effort untill the offside locks.

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

has an oil leak

Pass 1 Dec 2010 120,227 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Dec 2009 114,594 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 108,997 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 102,568 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 96,685 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 90,970 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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S863 GRC is a 1999 BMW 316 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 S863 GRC, 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

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What year was S863 GRC registered?

S863 GRC is a 1999 BMW 316, first registered on 11 January 1999.

Is S863 GRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S863 GRC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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