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X385 XPL

2000 BMW 316

Blue Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

136,697 mi
Last recorded136,697 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2014
Typical for 2000 BMW 31692,172 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX385 XPL
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2014 136,697 miles

backbox blowing

nearside rear tyre on limit

play in both front antiroll bar links

play in both front lower ball joints

Pass 21 Dec 2012 125,254 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)

rear exhaust box corroded.

Fail 21 Dec 2012 125,254 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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)

rear exhaust box corroded.

Pass 2 Nov 2011 119,334 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 20 Nov 2010 112,248 miles

Advise suspension bushes cracking in general

Advise wheels removed brake inspection.

Airbag light on.

Covers fitted to vehicle.

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front pads low discs lipped strong advise.

Nearside front fog lamp not working,lenses damaged.

Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Pass 21 Nov 2009 101,218 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2009 101,214 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 29 Nov 2008 95,092 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 91,495 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 83,930 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2006 83,930 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Pass 8 Aug 2005 73,094 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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X385 XPL is a 2000 BMW 316 in Blue with a 1,895cc 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 X385 XPL, 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 X385 XPL registered?

X385 XPL is a 2000 BMW 316, first registered on 30 September 2000.

Is X385 XPL safe to buy?

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