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AO02 XUF

2002 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

175,551 mi
Last recorded175,551 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2022
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO02 XUF
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2022 175,551 miles

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

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

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Rear of floor pan corroded, both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 25 Aug 2022 175,551 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Rear of floor pan corroded, both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 173,244 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 17 Aug 2020 173,244 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 165,991 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 157,407 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2017 151,039 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 141,353 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 136,509 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 132,545 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014 132,513 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 125,026 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 31 Aug 2012 113,896 miles

Advise Brake pad warning light on.

Advise nail in N/S/F Tyre.

Fail 31 Aug 2012 113,896 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Advise Brake pad warning light on.

Advise nail in N/S/F Tyre.

Pass 24 Aug 2011 101,573 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

nearside rear shock absorber corroded.

play in both bottom ball joints but are spring loaded joints.

Pass 6 Sep 2010 85,490 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 75,678 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2008 67,319 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jan 2008 64,281 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 50,427 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 38,483 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 XUF is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 XUF, 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 AO02 XUF registered?

AO02 XUF is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 28 June 2002.

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