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AV02 OYM

2002 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

119,605 mi
Last recorded119,605 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2022
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV02 OYM
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2022 119,605 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 113,244 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 110,576 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 101,603 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 93,265 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 84,007 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 76,555 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 68,340 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 61,634 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 56,864 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 May 2013 56,864 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 56,834 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 56,834 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 54,093 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 50,522 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

n/s/f wiper blade starting to get worn ,REPLACE ASAP

Fail 14 Apr 2010 50,522 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

n/s/f wiper blade starting to get worn ,REPLACE ASAP

Pass 20 Apr 2009 42,166 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 36,729 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 33,277 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 28,191 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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AV02 OYM is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 AV02 OYM, 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 AV02 OYM registered?

AV02 OYM is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 2 May 2002.

Is AV02 OYM safe to buy?

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