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VK03 ODG

2003 BMW 316

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

123,526 mi
Last recorded123,526 miles
Recorded on11 May 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK03 ODG
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2018 123,526 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 120,554 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2017 120,554 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2016 117,131 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2016 117,131 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 May 2015 112,656 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 108,460 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 104,017 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 99,377 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 May 2011 93,964 miles

Oil leak

Fail 17 May 2011 93,964 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 18 May 2010 91,165 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 75,606 miles

rear number plate starting to deteriorate

Pass 9 Apr 2008 58,569 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 38,005 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2006 19,658 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2006 19,658 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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VK03 ODG is a 2003 BMW 316 in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 VK03 ODG, 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 VK03 ODG registered?

VK03 ODG is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is VK03 ODG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK03 ODG shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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