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YG53 PZM

2003 BMW 316

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

111,676 mi
Last recorded111,676 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG53 PZM
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2016 111,676 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 102,653 miles

both front brake flexy hoses starting to split

Pass 11 Nov 2014 93,143 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2013 85,837 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

nsf tyre scrubbing outer edge

Fail 9 Dec 2013 85,837 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

nsf tyre scrubbing outer edge

travel in handbrake

Pass 12 Nov 2012 76,912 miles

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

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

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

rear tyres wearing low in places

travel in handbrake

Pass 25 Nov 2011 69,077 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 60,553 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 51,664 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 42,644 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2007 33,697 miles

front tyres scrubbing on edges

rear tyres low on edges

Pass 11 Dec 2006 24,638 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 23,318 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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YG53 PZM is a 2003 BMW 316 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2003 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 73,348 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 YG53 PZM, 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 23 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 YG53 PZM registered?

YG53 PZM is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is YG53 PZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG53 PZM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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