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AE52 UYH

2002 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

116,120 mi
Last recorded116,120 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE52 UYH
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 1 May 2026 116,120 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2025 113,616 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 107,599 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 90,286 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 87,549 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 82,483 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 79,480 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 76,047 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 73,090 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 70,050 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 67,001 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 63,600 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 60,366 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 57,530 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 54,511 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 51,493 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 48,015 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 44,649 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2008 40,030 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 30,989 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 24,158 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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AE52 UYH is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 AE52 UYH, 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 UYH?

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What year was AE52 UYH registered?

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

Is AE52 UYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE52 UYH shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AE52 UYH have outstanding finance?

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