2002 BMW 3 Series 2.5L Petrol · FS52 ASH

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, evidenced by the most recent MOT pass on 17 October 2025 at 118,745 miles which carried no recorded defects. This indicates that the current owner has successfully addressed any previous mechanical concerns. While the history shows intermittent failures in 2020 and 2022, the subsequent clean sheets suggest that the vehicle is currently being maintained to a standard that passes inspection. The mileage pattern is notably low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. Data shows significant periods of low usage, such as the 1,182 miles covered between December 2020 and May 2022, and the 6,000-mile interval recorded between May 2022 and October 2025. Such infrequent use often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components and perished seals due to dry rot, despite the low mechanical wear on the drivetrain and brake surfaces. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity, specifically checking sills and subframe areas where age-related corrosion typically manifests on this chassis. The failures in 2020 and 2022 suggest that the vehicle may require reactive maintenance, so attention should be paid to the suspension bushes and brake calipers for seizing. Given the long gaps between tests, verify the condition of the fluids and ensure that components have not seized during the extended periods of inactivity.