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Y864 VGC

2001 BMW 316

Blue Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

72,244 mi
Last recorded72,244 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2018
Typical for 2001 BMW 31685,754 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY864 VGC
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2018 72,244 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 69,610 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 68,139 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 65,513 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 61,500 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 58,766 miles

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)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2012 54,636 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2012 54,636 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 50,358 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 46,974 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 46,970 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jul 2009 44,233 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear number plate poor condition

Pass 21 Jul 2008 37,741 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 27,916 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Jul 2006 22,625 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2005 16,601 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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Y864 VGC is a 2001 BMW 316 in Blue with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 Y864 VGC, 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 Y864 VGC registered?

Y864 VGC is a 2001 BMW 316, first registered on 30 June 2001.

Is Y864 VGC safe to buy?

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