2002 BMW 3 Series 3.0L Petrol · WM02 FGP
2002 BMW 3 Series (3.0L, petrol). First registered 01 May 2002. Recorded mileage 111,129 miles. MOT valid until 04 Aug 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (23 Aug 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 111,129 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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WM02 FGP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 27/07/2026
- 111,129 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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WM02 FGP Mileage History
- 03/08/2022104,529 mi
- 07/07/2023107,040 mi+2,511 mi
- 16/07/2024108,753 mi+1,713 mi
- 28/07/2025110,769 mi+2,016 mi
- 27/07/2026111,129 mi+360 mi
Average of roughly 1,658 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
WM02 FGP 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 (WM02 FGP) between August 2022 and July 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 10 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (8 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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.
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