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W549 WFR

2000 BMW 316

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

146,138 mi
Last recorded146,138 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2014
Typical for 2000 BMW 31692,172 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW549 WFR
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2014 146,138 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 8 Jan 2014 144,528 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2014 144,526 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2012 137,385 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

suspect coolant leak

Fail 1 Dec 2012 137,306 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

radiator warning lamp illuminated whilst on emisions test

suspect coolant leak

Pass 18 Nov 2011 132,681 miles

superficial corrosion on rear transverse brake pipe.

Pass 27 Nov 2010 127,639 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 118,809 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both rear tyres cracking on side walls

offside tyre cracking on side wall,

Pass 1 Dec 2008 109,987 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2007 102,650 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 94,788 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2006 94,531 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

deterioration of n/s/f & o/s/f lower suspension arm mountings.

partial examination of n/s/r seat belt.(child-seat fitted).

security of child-seat.

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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W549 WFR is a 2000 BMW 316 in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 W549 WFR, 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 W549 WFR registered?

W549 WFR is a 2000 BMW 316, first registered on 20 June 2000.

Is W549 WFR safe to buy?

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