2002 BMW 3 Series 3.0L Petrol · CF02 TYW
2002 BMW 3 Series (3.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Jul 2002. Recorded mileage 70,916 miles. MOT valid until 06 Jul 2027. Currently declared SORN. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Cardiff
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 70,916 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
CF02 TYW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 08/07/2026
- 70,916 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
CF02 TYW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 BMW 3 Series (CF02 TYW) between November 2021 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 08 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Bodywork (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))”.
CF02 TYW Mileage History
- 02/11/202170,482 mi
- 26/10/202270,768 mi+286 mi
- 09/11/202370,850 mi+82 mi
- 07/07/202670,904 mi+54 mi
- 08/07/202670,916 mi+12 mi
Average of roughly 93 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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