2002 BMW 3 Series 2.9L Diesel · YA02 YFX
2002 BMW 3 Series (2.9L, diesel). First registered 01 Aug 2002. Recorded mileage 203,756 miles. MOT valid until 22 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 203,756 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YA02 YFX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/10/2025
- 203,756 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YA02 YFX 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 (YA02 YFX) between September 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 24 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (12 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Steering (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 27 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”; “Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))”.
YA02 YFX Mileage History
- 29/09/2023193,988 mi
- 07/10/2024199,561 mi+5,573 mi
- 11/10/2024199,561 mi
- 24/10/2025203,756 mi+4,195 mi
- 24/10/2025203,756 mi
Average of roughly 4,718 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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