2002 BMW 3 Series 3.0L Petrol · RG02 MDV
2002 BMW 3 Series (3.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Aug 2002. Recorded mileage 159,844 miles. MOT valid until 14 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 159,844 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.
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RG02 MDV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 26/11/2025
- 159,844 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RG02 MDV 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 (RG02 MDV) between December 2021 and November 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 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.
RG02 MDV Mileage History
- 13/12/2021152,571 mi
- 14/12/2022154,657 mi+2,086 mi
- 15/12/2023155,924 mi+1,267 mi
- 13/12/2024157,274 mi+1,350 mi
- 26/11/2025159,844 mi+2,570 mi
Average of roughly 1,840 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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