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AG51 FYN

2002 BMW 3 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

299,581 mi
Last recorded299,581 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2021
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG51 FYN
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2021 299,581 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material of main (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear wheel arch corroded

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear wheel arch corroded

Offside front to rear sill to floor corroded

Rear hand brake has only just met requirements may need adjustment or repair

offside and nearside has plastic sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 13 Jan 2021 299,581 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material of main (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear wheel arch corroded

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear wheel arch corroded

Offside front to rear sill to floor corroded

Rear hand brake has only just met requirements may need adjustment or repair

offside and nearside has plastic sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 16 Jan 2020 296,835 miles

Nearside Front rear control arm bush worn

Nearside Outer plastic sil cover fitted not allowing full inspection

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Outer plastic sil cover fitted not allowing full inspection

rear differential oil leak

Pass 16 Jan 2019 291,194 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

plastic sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

Pass 22 Jan 2018 286,331 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Outer plastic sil cover fitted not allowing full inspection

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Outer plastic sil cover fitted not allowing full inspection

under trays not allowing full inspection of vehicle

Pass 18 Jan 2017 282,045 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 Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak rear diff oil leak ()

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

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

hand brake high travel

Fail 18 Jan 2017 282,045 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 Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak rear diff oil leak ()

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

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

hand brake high travel

Pass 18 Jan 2016 276,863 miles

rear diff has an oil leak

Pass 27 Jan 2015 269,421 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear diff has an oil leak

Pass 28 Jan 2014 255,620 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 239,809 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 8 Jan 2013 239,809 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 21 Jan 2012 223,183 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Jan 2011 209,023 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Jan 2010 193,937 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 10 Jan 2009 177,260 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 10 Jan 2009 177,260 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 159,901 miles

stone chips windscreen

water damage rear no plate

Pass 20 Jan 2007 143,224 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Jan 2006 125,835 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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AG51 FYN is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AG51 FYN, 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 AG51 FYN?

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What year was AG51 FYN registered?

AG51 FYN is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 4 February 2002.

Is AG51 FYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG51 FYN shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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