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WR53 UUP

2003 BMW 316

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

101,782 mi
Last recorded101,782 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR53 UUP
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2018 101,782 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear hand brake efficiency low

Offside Front Inner wishbone bushes slightly deteriorated

Rear both tyres side wall has some tears

Rear suspension component slightly corroded

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

oil leak

Pass 14 Feb 2017 94,709 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 89,608 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jun 2014 83,634 miles

both rear brake pipes starting to corrode

both rear tyres starting to wear low very edges

Pass 8 May 2013 75,893 miles

Nearside rear hand brake slightly slugish.

Offside front wheel makes slight noise when spun.

Fail 3 May 2013 75,893 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside rear hand brake slightly slugish.

Offside front wheel makes slight noise when spun.

Pass 16 Nov 2012 73,446 miles

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

Fail 16 Nov 2012 73,446 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Nov 2011 66,787 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 59,926 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 54,172 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 49,363 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 42,327 miles

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

n/s/rear tyre worn to 3mm tread in centre of tyre

Pass 9 Nov 2006 33,268 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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WR53 UUP is a 2003 BMW 316 in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WR53 UUP, 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 WR53 UUP registered?

WR53 UUP is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 14 November 2003.

Is WR53 UUP safe to buy?

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