MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
130,148 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
rear interior has been removed
wheel size different on each axle, but same across each axle
Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
rear interior has been removed
wheel size different on each axle, but same across each axle
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor missing both sides (1.6 (c))
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired subframe/sill incomplete welds (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sub frame/sill area incomplete welds (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% 66% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear seats interior removed
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Offside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
offside front rear suspension bush beging to split
rear brake discs scored
How Reliable is the BMW 316?
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YIW 4828 is a 2000 BMW 316 in Blue with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.
Across all 2000 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 92,172 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 YIW 4828, 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 26 years old, this BMW 316 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was YIW 4828 registered?
YIW 4828 is a 2000 BMW 316, first registered on 16 March 2000.
Is YIW 4828 safe to buy?
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