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A17 TYO

2002 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

107,373 mi
Last recorded107,373 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2019
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 TYO
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2019 107,373 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2019 107,365 miles

Central Brake pipe excessively corroded (corroded by fuel tank ) marked (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (halogen lamp converter to HID) (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (by connection to flexible hose) marked (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (halogen lamp converter to HID) (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (by connection to flexible hose) marked (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 103,088 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by fuel tank (marked) (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by connection to flexible hose (marked) (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Aug 2017 98,966 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 94,753 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2015 90,402 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jul 2014 84,914 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2013 74,597 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 66,870 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 63,062 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 55,449 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2010 55,438 miles

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

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

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

Fail 26 Feb 2009 49,790 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Feb 2009 49,790 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 47,164 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 36,349 miles
Fail 16 May 2007 36,349 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 17 May 2006 27,383 miles

Rear tyres low - front tyres worn on both outer edges

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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A17 TYO is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 A17 TYO, 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

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What year was A17 TYO registered?

A17 TYO is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 24 April 2002.

Is A17 TYO safe to buy?

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