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AF51 DYC

2002 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,764 mi
Last recorded79,764 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2017
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF51 DYC
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2017 79,764 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 70,625 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 67,671 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 65,637 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 65,637 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 61,380 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2013 61,380 miles

Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 58,811 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 57,530 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 56,006 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 51,581 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2007 47,222 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2007 47,222 miles

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 18 Dec 2006 41,954 miles

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

Fail 18 Dec 2006 41,954 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2005 36,076 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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AF51 DYC is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AF51 DYC, 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 AF51 DYC?

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What year was AF51 DYC registered?

AF51 DYC is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 2 January 2002.

Is AF51 DYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF51 DYC shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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