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Y785 TLC

2001 BMW 316

Blue Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

27,876 mi
Last recorded27,876 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2021
Typical for 2001 BMW 31685,754 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY785 TLC
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2021 27,876 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 25,760 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 22,058 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2019 22,058 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 3 May 2018 19,681 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 19,477 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 19,121 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 18,757 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 17,808 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 16,995 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 16,113 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Apr 2011 15,425 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 14,347 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 13,541 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 12,658 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 11,938 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 11,176 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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Y785 TLC is a 2001 BMW 316 in Blue with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2001 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 85,754 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 Y785 TLC, 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 25 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 Y785 TLC registered?

Y785 TLC is a 2001 BMW 316, first registered on 30 April 2001.

Is Y785 TLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y785 TLC shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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