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AP52 WNZ

2002 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

131,351 mi
Last recorded131,351 miles
Recorded on6 May 2014
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP52 WNZ
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 May 2014 131,351 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 May 2014 131,351 miles

Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 May 2013 120,074 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 120,074 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 8 Jun 2012 109,364 miles

Oil leak

Pass 18 May 2011 98,271 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 98,265 miles

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

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

Fail 20 May 2010 87,547 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 20 May 2010 87,547 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 78,314 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 66,939 miles

Both rear brake pipes to flexi hoses slightly corroded.

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine oil leak.

Slight play in o/s steering rack.

Pass 10 Aug 2007 54,439 miles

Both front discs lipped.

Both rear discs lipped.

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Slight engine oil leak.

Pass 14 Aug 2006 41,794 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2006 41,794 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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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AP52 WNZ is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AP52 WNZ, 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 AP52 WNZ registered?

AP52 WNZ is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is AP52 WNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP52 WNZ shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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