2002 BMW 3 SERIES2.5L Petrol

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, having passed its most recent MOT on 29 January 2026 at 90,103 miles. While a failure was recorded just three days prior at the same mileage, the lack of recorded defects suggests either an administrative error or a very minor item rectified immediately rather than a systemic mechanical failure. The consistent string of clean passes over the last three years indicates that the vehicle has maintained a standard of operational readiness despite its age. The mileage pattern is notably low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,754 miles per year. Between January 2023 and January 2026, the car covered 14,223 miles, showing a consistent usage trend of roughly 4,700 miles annually. This low rate of use typically reduces wear on the drivetrain components and engine internals, though long periods of standing can sometimes lead to age-related degradation of rubber components, such as perished seals or dry rot, which are not reflected in mileage figures alone. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the subframes, as older E46 BMW chassis are prone to corrosion in the rear sills and suspension mounting points. Given the low mileage, the suspension bushes and ball joints should be checked for cracking or tearing due to age rather than mechanical wear. The MOT record shows no history of binding calipers or brake disc issues, but a manual check of the braking system is necessary to ensure the discs have not developed flat spots or surface oxidation from infrequent use.