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AO02 AVD

2002 BMW 3 Series

Red Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

77,821 mi
Last recorded77,821 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO02 AVD
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 77,821 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 76,730 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 75,639 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 74,611 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 73,566 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2021 73,558 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre has a cut in tread down to cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 70,822 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2019 67,660 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material greased (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 May 2018 66,427 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 66,427 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 May 2017 64,165 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 61,956 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 60,606 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 57,263 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 54,239 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2012 51,114 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 46,413 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 43,365 miles

Nearside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 8 May 2009 38,864 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 35,338 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 30,784 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 26,013 miles

BOTH REAR TYRE TREADS WORN VERY LOW

Pass 3 Jun 2005 20,784 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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AO02 AVD is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Red with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 AO02 AVD, 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 AO02 AVD?

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What year was AO02 AVD registered?

AO02 AVD is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 7 June 2002.

Is AO02 AVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO02 AVD shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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