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264 EBM

2002 BMW 3 Series

White Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

89,956 mi
Last recorded89,956 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration264 EBM
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 89,956 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 83,039 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2023 60,766 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Oct 2023 75,862 miles

Brake disc significantly and obviously worn all around (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both front (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 70,999 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 64,808 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 59,442 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 57,488 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 54,105 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 51,702 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 48,797 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 45,862 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 43,397 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 40,433 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 37,292 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 33,789 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 30,658 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 30,658 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 27,860 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 25,156 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 21,396 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 17,727 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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264 EBM is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in White with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2002 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 91,357 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 264 EBM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 24 years old, this BMW 3 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 264 EBM?

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What year was 264 EBM registered?

264 EBM is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 4 May 2002.

Is 264 EBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for 264 EBM shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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