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X257 DBY

2000 BMW 316

Blue Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

142,380 mi
Last recorded142,380 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2019
Typical for 2000 BMW 31692,172 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX257 DBY
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2019 142,380 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Apr 2018 133,386 miles

Offside Front tyre sidewall starting to perish

Offside Front tyre worn on inside and outside edge

Pass 4 Apr 2017 124,935 miles

Plastic undertrays and covers fiited

Pass 5 Apr 2016 116,243 miles

Plastic undertay fitted

Pass 25 Mar 2015 105,381 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 95,423 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 84,286 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 72,424 miles

Nearside Rear 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 16 Mar 2011 57,735 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 44,803 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 37,068 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 35,354 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 31,235 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2007 31,235 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Oct 2006 26,960 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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X257 DBY is a 2000 BMW 316 in Blue with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 X257 DBY, 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

How do I check the history of X257 DBY?

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What year was X257 DBY registered?

X257 DBY is a 2000 BMW 316, first registered on 26 September 2000.

Is X257 DBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for X257 DBY shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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