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OW51 LMV

2002 BMW 3

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

86,530 mi
Last recorded86,530 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2023
Typical for 2002 BMW 386,530 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW51 LMV
MakeBMW
Model3
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2023 86,530 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NS/OS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 Jan 2023 86,530 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NS/OS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2022 82,219 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyre rubber cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2021 77,597 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Fail 8 Feb 2021 77,597 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Fail 11 Jan 2021 77,559 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted spring clip missing (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 19 Dec 2019 68,821 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 67,661 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 65,199 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 62,515 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 59,921 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 58,508 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 55,745 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 52,506 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 48,284 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 43,158 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 38,758 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 33,359 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 28,857 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 24,658 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 19,440 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 3?

Based on 4,306 MOT tests across 342 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
5,926
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 120
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 94
Brake pipe excessively corroded 73
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 67
parking brake recording little or no effort 63
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OW51 LMV is a 2002 BMW 3 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2002 BMW 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 86,530 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 120 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OW51 LMV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 24 years old, this BMW 3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OW51 LMV registered?

OW51 LMV is a 2002 BMW 3, first registered on 17 January 2002.

Is OW51 LMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for OW51 LMV shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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