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ST52 FWH

2003 BMW 316

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

135,759 mi
Last recorded135,759 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST52 FWH
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2018 135,759 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced 1/2 OF LIGHT NOT WORKING, CAN STILL BE SEEN FROM A REASONABLE DISTANCE (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

REAR WIPER BLADE SPLIT

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive TRANSMISSION (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 18 Oct 2018 135,759 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps BOTH, LENSES ALSO MISSING (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced 1/2 OF LIGHT NOT WORKING, CAN STILL BE SEEN FROM A REASONABLE DISTANCE (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

REAR WIPER BLADE SPLIT

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive TRANSMISSION (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 130,923 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 27 Sep 2016 126,796 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 109,372 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 94,446 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 30 Nov 2011 94,446 miles

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

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 27 Nov 2010 85,509 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 71,770 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2009 71,578 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Nov 2008 54,266 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2007 50,090 miles

rear exhaust hanger broken (exhaust still fully supported)

Pass 19 Apr 2006 44,293 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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ST52 FWH is a 2003 BMW 316 in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 ST52 FWH, 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 ST52 FWH registered?

ST52 FWH is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 27 January 2003.

Is ST52 FWH safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST52 FWH shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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