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AE52 XRO

2002 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

155,831 mi
Last recorded155,831 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2017
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2017 155,831 miles

Front sub frame components missing

Oil leak ()

Fail 27 Sep 2017 155,828 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

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

Rear Brake performance not tested Brakes unable to test, Diff. seized (3.7.A.1)

Brake warning light 'on'

Front sub frame components missing

Oil leak ()

Pass 14 Sep 2016 150,643 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2015 143,039 miles

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

Fail 25 Sep 2015 143,039 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2014 131,974 miles

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

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 10 Sep 2013 124,214 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 112,713 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2011 100,088 miles

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

nail in n/s/r tyre

Pass 9 Sep 2010 83,938 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2009 69,770 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 62,132 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2007 51,715 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 40,725 miles

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

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 XRO is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AE52 XRO, 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 XRO?

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What year was AE52 XRO registered?

AE52 XRO is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is AE52 XRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE52 XRO shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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