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Y862 LCD

2001 BMW 316

Blue Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

143,054 mi
Last recorded143,054 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2021
Typical for 2001 BMW 31685,754 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY862 LCD
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2021 143,054 miles

surface corrosion on sills and arches etc

Pass 27 Mar 2020 142,137 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 137,125 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 131,736 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 126,675 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 121,075 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 114,467 miles

engine code light on

Pass 6 Mar 2014 108,682 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 100,284 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2012 94,815 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 91,444 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2011 91,444 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres perishing

Pass 13 Mar 2010 88,833 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2009 82,166 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 78,442 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2007 70,651 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2007 70,628 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2006 61,722 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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Y862 LCD is a 2001 BMW 316 in Blue with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 Y862 LCD, 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 Y862 LCD registered?

Y862 LCD is a 2001 BMW 316, first registered on 20 March 2001.

Is Y862 LCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y862 LCD shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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