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A19 OPE

2002 BMW 3 Series

Green Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

319,428 mi
Last recorded319,428 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA19 OPE
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2018 319,428 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside & nearside (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside & nearside (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 309,388 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear pipe corroded near fuel tank area. (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear pipe corroded near fuel tank area (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Sep 2016 294,019 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 168,191 miles

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

Gear Box Oil Leak

Pass 27 Sep 2014 152,609 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Pass 23 Sep 2013 142,746 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 138,949 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 132,707 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 125,214 miles

centre stop light as some of the bulbs not working

Pass 1 Oct 2009 115,409 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2009 115,363 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 25 Sep 2008 106,113 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2007 99,020 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 70,012 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2006 70,012 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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A19 OPE is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Green with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 A19 OPE, 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 A19 OPE?

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What year was A19 OPE registered?

A19 OPE is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 25 September 2002.

Is A19 OPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A19 OPE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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