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AJ52 RKX

2002 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

48,497 mi
Last recorded48,497 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2014
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ52 RKX
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2014 48,497 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 44,598 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 40,941 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 36,768 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 32,861 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 28,924 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 25,325 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2008 25,325 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2007 21,362 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 17,888 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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AJ52 RKX is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AJ52 RKX, 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 AJ52 RKX?

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What year was AJ52 RKX registered?

AJ52 RKX is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 3 December 2002.

Is AJ52 RKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ52 RKX shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AJ52 RKX have outstanding finance?

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