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YM53 UHD

2003 BMW 316

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

86,500 mi
Last recorded86,500 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2022
Typical for 2003 BMW 31673,348 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM53 UHD
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2022 86,500 miles

Under trays and engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.

Pass 6 Apr 2019 86,436 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Apr 2019 86,436 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 75,729 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2016 67,605 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 63,484 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2015 63,463 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2014 58,915 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 57,568 miles

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

n/s/f tyre uneven wear

Pass 28 Jul 2011 57,209 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2011 57,209 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2010 54,249 miles

nearside rear tyre on legal limit, advise replacement.

Pass 24 Jul 2009 51,250 miles

Nearside mirror lense cracked

Nearside rear tyre centre depth close to limit

Pass 5 Apr 2008 44,446 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 36,796 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2006 36,172 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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YM53 UHD is a 2003 BMW 316 in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YM53 UHD, 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 YM53 UHD registered?

YM53 UHD is a 2003 BMW 316, first registered on 23 December 2003.

Is YM53 UHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YM53 UHD shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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