2002 BMW 3 Series 2.5L Petrol · E46 RSB
2002 BMW 3 Series (2.5L, petrol). First registered 19 Jul 2002. Recorded mileage 82,379 miles. MOT valid until 01 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 82,379 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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E46 RSB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/03/2026
- 82,379 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
E46 RSB 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 (E46 RSB) between September 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 02 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
E46 RSB Mileage History
- 30/09/202371,331 mi
- 30/09/202371,331 mi
- 30/10/202479,775 mi+8,444 mi
- 27/02/202682,368 mi+2,593 mi
- 02/03/202682,379 mi+11 mi
Average of roughly 4,565 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for BMW 3 Series (E46)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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- Rear Subframe CrackingSerious
The rear floor can tear where the subframe mounts attach to the shell, especially on early cars and six-cylinder manuals. Ignoring it risks major structural damage.
- Cooling System OverhaulSerious
Expansion tanks, radiators, thermostats, and plastic-impeller-era water pumps fail with age. One overheating event can ruin the alloy straight-six.
- VANOS Seal WearModerate
The VANOS seals harden with age, flattening low-end torque and making the engine feel lethargic or uneven through the mid-range.
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