2002 BMW 3 Series 3.0L Petrol · VX52 ANR

This vehicle presents a clean MOT record with no defects recorded across its last four annual tests, the most recent being a pass in December 2025 at 142,502 miles. The single failure in November 2022 at 135,887 miles, also with no defects listed, is anomalous; it likely involved a minor issue such as a lamp or registration plate fault that was corrected within weeks. Overall the maintenance trend is stable, with no recurring or worsening problems flagged. The mileage pattern shows low annual use, averaging roughly 2,200 miles per year since late 2022, which is well below the typical UK average. For a 24-year-old car this suggests light or intermittent use, possibly as a second vehicle. While lower mileage reduces wear on drivetrain components, it can also lead to issues from standing, such as brake disc corrosion, tyre age-cracking, or seized calipers. The consistent annual testing implies the owner has maintained legal compliance, but the sparse mileage accumulation warrants caution. Given the absence of any recorded advisories, a buyer must conduct a hands-on inspection focused on age-related deterioration. Check for structural corrosion on suspension strut tops, sills, and subframe mountings, common on BMWs of this era. Examine rubber suspension bushes and anti-roll bar links for cracking or play. Brake discs should be inspected for pitting and the calipers for binding, especially after periods of low use. Tyres, even if showing adequate tread depth, may exhibit sidewall cracking from age.