2002 BMW 3 Series 1.9L Petrol · SH02 EOU
2002 BMW 3 Series (1.9L, petrol). First registered 06 Jun 2002. Recorded mileage 126,816 miles. MOT expired on 10 Mar 2023. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 10 Mar 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 126,816 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.9L
- 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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SH02 EOU Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 15/02/2022
- 126,816 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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SH02 EOU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
1 MOT test are recorded for this 2002 BMW 3 Series (SH02 EOU) between February 2022 and February 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 0 advisory notices note items to monitor.
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Known faults for BMW 3 Series (E46)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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
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