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SG53 ZGR

2003 BMW 316

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

118,244 mi
Last recorded118,244 miles
Recorded on12 May 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG53 ZGR
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2017 118,244 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 12 May 2017 118,244 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Oil leak ()

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 May 2016 108,560 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 May 2015 103,128 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 96,282 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 90,569 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 89,480 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 80,533 miles

rear exhaust section corrodied

Pass 10 Dec 2009 71,011 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 62,135 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2007 52,160 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 41,553 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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SG53 ZGR is a 2003 BMW 316 in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 SG53 ZGR, 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.

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What year was SG53 ZGR registered?

SG53 ZGR is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 2 September 2003.

Is SG53 ZGR safe to buy?

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