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A25 TOD

2002 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2025
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

106,339 mi
Last recorded106,339 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2024
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA25 TOD
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2024 106,339 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Oct 2024 106,339 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 105,972 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts slightly perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly perished in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

fuel cap seal perished

Pass 4 Nov 2022 104,300 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts slightly perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

fuel cap seal perished

Pass 15 Nov 2021 99,576 miles

front brake pads very low

front flexi brake pipes low

rear metal brake pipes corroded

Pass 20 Oct 2020 96,978 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2-3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 95,147 miles

rear metal brake pipes corroded

Pass 19 Nov 2018 92,469 miles

front tyres very badly worn edges and 2mm

rear tyres on wear bars

tyre pressures low

Fail 19 Nov 2018 92,469 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))

front tyres very badly worn edges and 2mm

rear tyres on wear bars

tyre pressures low

Pass 2 Nov 2017 85,963 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner and outer edges

Offside Front tyre worn on inner and outer edges

Pass 18 Nov 2016 79,158 miles

front brake reaction bushes worn

front tyres nearly on wear bars

Fail 18 Nov 2016 79,158 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

front brake reaction bushes worn

front tyres nearly on wear bars

nearside rear shock shaft corroded

Pass 25 Nov 2015 73,093 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 70,774 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 68,463 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 66,866 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Nov 2011 63,546 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2010 57,171 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 50,703 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 46,238 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2007 42,009 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 38,845 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 34,086 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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A25 TOD is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 A25 TOD, 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 A25 TOD registered?

A25 TOD is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 22 November 2002.

Is A25 TOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A25 TOD shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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