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AF02 FYG

2002 BMW 3 Series

Green Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

169,161 mi
Last recorded169,161 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2023
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF02 FYG
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2023 169,161 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 157,995 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2022 157,995 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 20 Nov 2021 149,368 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2020 144,444 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 135,569 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 128,225 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 May 2017 113,887 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Tyre Perished

Pass 9 May 2016 106,097 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2015 99,632 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 95,650 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 89,066 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 84,617 miles

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

rear reg plate faded

Pass 3 May 2011 78,426 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 72,907 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 64,345 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 54,893 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 48,019 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Apr 2006 40,587 miles

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

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

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)

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

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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AF02 FYG is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Green with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 FYG, 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 AF02 FYG registered?

AF02 FYG is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 25 April 2002.

Is AF02 FYG safe to buy?

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