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AX52 BJZ

2002 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

90,606 mi
Last recorded90,606 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX52 BJZ
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2016 90,606 miles

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

all brake pipes greased

underside greased

Pass 5 May 2015 86,037 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Outer sill covers fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Apr 2014 83,614 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Apr 2013 80,154 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 21 Mar 2012 75,838 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 72,399 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 66,451 miles

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

Fail 8 Mar 2010 66,392 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

n/s front brake slow to react

Pass 20 Mar 2009 59,675 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2009 59,672 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 53,476 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 45,982 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 42,464 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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AX52 BJZ is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AX52 BJZ, 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 AX52 BJZ registered?

AX52 BJZ is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 5 December 2002.

Is AX52 BJZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX52 BJZ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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