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AX51 KXS

2002 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

12,639 mi
Last recorded12,639 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX51 KXS
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 12,639 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 12,602 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 12,522 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2022 12,450 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 12,394 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 12,278 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 12,221 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 12,111 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 11,922 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 11,702 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 11,489 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 11,096 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 10,885 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 10,444 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 9,714 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2011 9,714 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2010 8,969 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 8,310 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 7,694 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 7,136 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 6,581 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 5,822 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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AX51 KXS is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 AX51 KXS, 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

How do I check the history of AX51 KXS?

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What year was AX51 KXS registered?

AX51 KXS is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 15 January 2002.

Is AX51 KXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX51 KXS shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AX51 KXS have outstanding finance?

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