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AP52 YUR

2002 BMW 3 Series

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

173,090 mi
Last recorded173,090 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2017
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP52 YUR
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2017 173,090 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2016 171,659 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 163,491 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 148,009 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 118,361 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

Pass 15 May 2012 109,871 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2009 91,163 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 75,691 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 10 Nov 2007 61,416 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2007 61,416 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2006 45,427 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2006 45,427 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2005 32,368 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2005 32,368 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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 YUR is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 AP52 YUR, 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 YUR registered?

AP52 YUR is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 12 November 2002.

Is AP52 YUR safe to buy?

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