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X203 XAP

2000 BMW 316

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

115,176 mi
Last recorded115,176 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2012
Typical for 2000 BMW 31692,172 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX203 XAP
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2012 115,176 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2011 110,257 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

nearside front tyre has a cut in the outer wall, advise changing

Pass 28 Jun 2010 103,893 miles

slight wear in both wishbone bushes

Fail 28 Jun 2010 103,893 miles

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

slight wear in both wishbone bushes

Pass 29 Jun 2009 98,464 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 95,325 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2007 90,904 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 Mar 2007 90,904 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 87,590 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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X203 XAP is a 2000 BMW 316 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 X203 XAP, 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 X203 XAP registered?

X203 XAP is a 2000 BMW 316, first registered on 1 December 2000.

Is X203 XAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for X203 XAP shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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