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V631 FFJ

2000 BMW 316

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

161,425 mi
Last recorded161,425 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW 31692,172 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV631 FFJ
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 7 Nov 2025 161,425 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2024 160,672 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 160,138 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 159,886 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 159,145 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 158,710 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 156,648 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 154,088 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 152,023 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 149,579 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 147,457 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 144,165 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 142,734 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 142,417 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 141,065 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 139,037 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 133,801 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 127,104 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 120,426 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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V631 FFJ is a 2000 BMW 316 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2000 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 92,172 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 V631 FFJ, 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 26 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 V631 FFJ?

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What year was V631 FFJ registered?

V631 FFJ is a 2000 BMW 316, first registered on 31 January 2000.

Is V631 FFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V631 FFJ shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V631 FFJ have outstanding finance?

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