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X446 DKC

2000 BMW 316

Blue Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

131,771 mi
Last recorded131,771 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2019
Typical for 2000 BMW 31692,172 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX446 DKC
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2019 131,771 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Nov 2018 130,073 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Fail 30 Oct 2018 130,035 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 125,078 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 119,870 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 115,124 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2015 115,040 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 97,629 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 87,013 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front no plate cracked

Fail 20 Oct 2010 72,000 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2010 72,000 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 63,782 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 51,000 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 43,000 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 31,000 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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X446 DKC 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 80%.

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 X446 DKC, 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 X446 DKC registered?

X446 DKC is a 2000 BMW 316, first registered on 3 November 2000.

Is X446 DKC safe to buy?

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