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AF02 CTU

2002 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

61,680 mi
Last recorded61,680 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF02 CTU
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2018 61,680 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 58,996 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 58,747 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 56,899 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 56,899 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 13 May 2013 54,458 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 49,941 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 49,941 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 46,239 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 40,099 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 33,812 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 27,270 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 20,520 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 18,475 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 18,459 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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AF02 CTU is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AF02 CTU, 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 AF02 CTU?

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What year was AF02 CTU registered?

AF02 CTU is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 22 March 2002.

Is AF02 CTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF02 CTU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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