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VK53 HSV

2003 BMW 316

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

99,980 mi
Last recorded99,980 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2022
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK53 HSV
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Fail 13 Jan 2022 99,980 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

oil leak

Pass 29 Jan 2021 96,269 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 94,527 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 92,363 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 89,461 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 87,342 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 83,071 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Jan 2015 77,435 miles

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

Side wall damage to nearside front tyre.

Pass 23 Jan 2014 68,278 miles

Small cut in nearside rear tyre wall.

Pass 29 Jan 2013 59,270 miles

Both front tyres have side wall damage

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

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

Slight binding on offside front brake.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 31 Jan 2012 45,642 miles

Exhaust front gearbox bracket broken.

Several cuts in side walls, on both front tyres.

Pass 4 Jan 2011 39,039 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 31,411 miles

engine oil is currently at the minimum mark

nearside rear tyre has a cut on the inner wall but is is not deep enough to reach the ply/cords

Pass 2 Oct 2008 24,868 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2007 19,302 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2007 19,302 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 13,919 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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VK53 HSV is a 2003 BMW 316 in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 VK53 HSV, 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 VK53 HSV registered?

VK53 HSV is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is VK53 HSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK53 HSV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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