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X52 FGF

2000 BMW 316

Green Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

39,619 mi
Last recorded39,619 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2024
Typical for 2000 BMW 31692,172 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX52 FGF
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2024 39,619 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 27,125 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 18,160 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2022 18,160 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 17,275 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2020 16,776 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 15,597 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 14,476 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2016 14,457 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 13,873 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 13,628 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 13,421 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 13,259 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 12,922 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 12,706 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 12,271 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 11,862 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 11,260 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 10,488 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2005 8,740 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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X52 FGF is a 2000 BMW 316 in Green with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 X52 FGF, 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 X52 FGF registered?

X52 FGF is a 2000 BMW 316, first registered on 21 September 2000.

Is X52 FGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for X52 FGF shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X52 FGF have outstanding finance?

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