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X37 CGU

2000 BMW 316

Blue Petrol 1573cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

57,116 mi
Last recorded57,116 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2000 BMW 31692,172 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX37 CGU
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,573cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 57,116 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

underbody covered in underseal

Fail 17 Nov 2020 57,111 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both to calipers (1.1.11 (c))

water leak

Pass 9 Sep 2019 55,025 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 52,875 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 51,005 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 49,505 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 48,490 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 48,490 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 May 2014 47,425 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 46,357 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 May 2012 45,229 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 43,549 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 41,464 miles

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

both front tyres have cracks in the outer sidewall, but not to cords

Pass 16 May 2009 38,623 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 36,603 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 34,330 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 32,254 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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X37 CGU is a 2000 BMW 316 in Blue with a 1,573cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 X37 CGU, 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 X37 CGU registered?

X37 CGU is a 2000 BMW 316, first registered on 6 September 2000.

Is X37 CGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for X37 CGU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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