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AE52 UVM

2002 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

121,892 mi
Last recorded121,892 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2014
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE52 UVM
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2014 121,892 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2013 107,795 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 102,192 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 94,916 miles

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

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

rear discs corroded

Fail 23 Nov 2009 94,463 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

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

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2008 81,811 miles

Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 31 Oct 2007 66,352 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 60,683 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2006 60,683 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 7 Nov 2005 51,754 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2005 50,667 miles

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

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

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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AE52 UVM is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AE52 UVM, 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 AE52 UVM?

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What year was AE52 UVM registered?

AE52 UVM is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 13 September 2002.

Is AE52 UVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE52 UVM shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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