2002 BMW 3 Series 2.2L Petrol · X5 JDR
2002 BMW 3 Series (2.2L, petrol). First registered 26 Jul 2002. Recorded mileage 116,033 miles. MOT valid until 22 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Export Allocation
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 116,033 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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X5 JDR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/11/2025
- 116,033 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
X5 JDR 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 (X5 JDR) between October 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 21 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
X5 JDR Mileage History
- 14/10/2022112,467 mi
- 23/11/2023113,257 mi+790 mi
- 06/11/2024114,149 mi+892 mi
- 21/11/2025116,033 mi+1,884 mi
- 21/11/2025116,033 mi
Average of roughly 1,148 miles per year across 5 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: Good
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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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