2002 BMW 3 Series 3.0L Petrol · K8 FJP
2002 BMW 3 Series (3.0L, petrol). First registered 03 Sept 2002. Recorded mileage 93,779 miles. MOT valid until 21 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Borehamwood
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 93,779 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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K8 FJP Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/12/2025
- 93,779 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.
K8 FJP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 BMW 3 Series (K8 FJP) between January 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 22 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
K8 FJP Mileage History
- 07/01/202293,664 mi
- 07/01/202293,664 mi
- 19/12/202593,779 mi+115 mi
- 22/12/202593,779 mi
Average of roughly 29 miles per year across 4 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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