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SD53 KLU

2003 BMW 316

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

105,874 mi
Last recorded105,874 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD53 KLU
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2015 105,874 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Aug 2015 105,842 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jul 2014 90,999 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 80,958 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2013 80,958 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 72,575 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2010 66,947 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

adv..>> both rear brake discs pitted

Pass 9 Mar 2010 63,468 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Jan 2009 46,141 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2009 46,140 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

2 exhaust brkts broken but exhaust still supported

both front suspension arms have play in the rear most bush

Pass 4 Feb 2008 41,007 miles

brake pad light stays on .unable to see pads

Pass 13 Feb 2007 34,942 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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SD53 KLU is a 2003 BMW 316 in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 73,348 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 SD53 KLU, 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 23 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 SD53 KLU registered?

SD53 KLU is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is SD53 KLU safe to buy?

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