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X824 TGF

2000 BMW 316

Black Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

158,386 mi
Last recorded158,386 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2017
Typical for 2000 BMW 31692,172 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX824 TGF
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2017 158,386 miles

Nearside Headlight aim odd, tape used to correct it. Advise investigation

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

Offside Rear Wheel arch deteriorated

Oil leak ()

Pass 16 Nov 2016 154,155 miles

Offside and nearside rear tyre inner sidewalls starting to crack

Oil leak ()

Fail 16 Nov 2016 154,155 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside Taped temporary repair (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users Bulb loose (1.8.A.1a)

Offside and nearside rear tyre inner sidewalls starting to crack

Oil leak ()

Pass 18 Nov 2015 150,715 miles

Nearside Front Tyre inner sidewall cracking

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2014 146,360 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2013 142,182 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2013 142,163 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2012 136,173 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Nov 2012 136,173 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2011 132,898 miles

Both front tyre worn edges

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 2 Nov 2010 125,588 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 119,201 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2008 101,326 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 5 Nov 2008 101,326 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2007 83,535 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Sep 2007 83,535 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 16 Sep 2006 70,180 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 Oct 2005 61,538 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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X824 TGF is a 2000 BMW 316 in Black with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 X824 TGF, 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 X824 TGF registered?

X824 TGF is a 2000 BMW 316, first registered on 16 November 2000.

Is X824 TGF safe to buy?

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