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W451 MAP

2000 BMW 316

Red Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2017
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

79,950 mi
Last recorded79,950 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2016
Typical for 2000 BMW 31692,172 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW451 MAP
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2016 79,950 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 75,675 miles

Offside Front tyre weakening

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

engine light on

Fail 28 Sep 2015 75,675 miles

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

Offside Front tyre weakening

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

engine light on

Pass 1 Oct 2014 71,733 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 1 Oct 2014 71,730 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2013 66,365 miles

Oil leak

Pass 28 Sep 2012 60,493 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2012 60,492 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 54,456 miles

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

Fail 27 Sep 2011 54,456 miles

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2010 49,634 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2010 49,634 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 43,698 miles

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

Fail 1 Oct 2009 43,698 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Jun 2008 32,547 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2008 32,543 miles

Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 7 Apr 2007 23,592 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2007 23,592 miles

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

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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W451 MAP is a 2000 BMW 316 in Red with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 W451 MAP, 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.

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What year was W451 MAP registered?

W451 MAP is a 2000 BMW 316, first registered on 6 March 2000.

Is W451 MAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for W451 MAP shows 18 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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