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AV02 VNM

2002 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2022
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

60,886 mi
Last recorded60,886 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2021
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV02 VNM
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2021 60,886 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2021 60,886 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2020 58,873 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

Fail 15 Aug 2020 58,873 miles

Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Aug 2019 57,491 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 55,006 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 28 Jul 2018 54,988 miles

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 53,009 miles

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

registration plate faded but not likely to be misread front + rear (6.3.1d)

Fail 8 Jul 2017 53,009 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

registration plate faded but not likely to be misread front + rear (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Aug 2016 51,391 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2016 51,382 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 49,873 miles

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

Fail 10 Aug 2015 49,873 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2014 48,742 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 46,724 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front wiper blades edges started to separate

Fail 31 Jul 2013 46,694 miles

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

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front wiper blades edges started to separate

Pass 27 Jul 2012 45,437 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2011 42,749 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Pass 30 Jul 2010 37,129 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2010 37,111 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 31,333 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2008 27,522 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Jul 2008 27,522 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 21,094 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 14,790 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 VNM is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 AV02 VNM, 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.

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AV02 VNM is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 6 August 2002.

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