MOT Stats


Vehicle types : Car : BMW : 316 : 2001

BMW 316 2001

Tests: 397

Pass rate: 63.22%

Most common fail reasons

#ReasonFail codeCategory%
1Suspension pin, bush, joint or bearing excessively worn.5.3.4(a)(i)Major23%
2SRS malfunction indicator lamp indicates a system malfunction.7.1.6(a)Major15%
3Windscreen washers not providing sufficient fluid.3.5(a)Major11%
4Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement.1.4.2(a)(i)Major11%
5Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded.1.1.11(c)Major10%
6Tyre with a lump, bulge or tear.5.2.3(d)(ii)Dangerous9%
7Suspension joint dust cover missing or ineffective.5.3.4(b)(ii)Major9%
8Wiper blade missing or not clearing the windscreen.3.4(b)(ii)Major8%
9Engine MIL inoperative or indicating a malfunction.8.2.1.2(h)Major8%
10Headlamp aim outwith limits.4.1.2(a)Major8%
Tests date range:
10th February 2023 to 9th February 2024

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