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YH03 KUV

2003 BMW 316

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

104,352 mi
Last recorded104,352 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH03 KUV
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2015 104,352 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2015 104,352 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Fail 16 Apr 2015 104,308 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Both rear tyres on 3mm.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Apr 2014 98,219 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

oil leak from gearbox

Pass 19 Apr 2013 91,625 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 5 Apr 2012 84,303 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 68,857 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 58,135 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2009 58,132 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2008 45,721 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 45,721 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2007 36,176 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 29,438 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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YH03 KUV is a 2003 BMW 316 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YH03 KUV, 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 YH03 KUV registered?

YH03 KUV is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 28 March 2003.

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