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AE02 VPD

2002 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

99,992 mi
Last recorded99,992 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE02 VPD
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 29 Mar 2016 99,992 miles

front brake pads very thin

front number plate damaged

Pass 1 Apr 2015 89,622 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 77,240 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 76,211 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 71,090 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 67,637 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 62,067 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 54,729 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 46,609 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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AE02 VPD is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AE02 VPD, 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 AE02 VPD registered?

AE02 VPD is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 8 March 2002.

Is AE02 VPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE02 VPD shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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