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W122 GYX

2000 BMW 316

Silver Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

47,372 mi
Last recorded47,372 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2016
Typical for 2000 BMW 31692,172 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW122 GYX
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2016 47,372 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 10 Jun 2015 43,982 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 43,982 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 42,982 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 35,109 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2011 33,530 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 31,344 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009
Pass 13 Jan 2009 27,453 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2009 27,453 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jan 2008 25,495 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 23,148 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 20,459 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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W122 GYX is a 2000 BMW 316 in Silver with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 W122 GYX, 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

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What year was W122 GYX registered?

W122 GYX is a 2000 BMW 316, first registered on 17 March 2000.

Is W122 GYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for W122 GYX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W122 GYX have outstanding finance?

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