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KB02 YGC

2002 BMW M3

Yellow Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

115,285 mi
Last recorded115,285 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKB02 YGC
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 115,285 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2025 115,132 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 114,912 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 114,699 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 114,243 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 13 Aug 2021 113,523 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 112,851 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 111,860 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 108,868 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 105,056 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Jul 2013 100,476 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s/r tyre sidewall damage

Fail 31 Jul 2013 100,476 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s/r tyre sidewall damage

Fail 1 Jul 2013 100,244 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2011 94,219 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Nov 2010 90,455 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 82,758 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2009 82,758 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 75,758 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 64,508 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 53,235 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 42,229 miles

How Reliable is the BMW M3?

Based on 440,678 MOT tests across 34,038 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
3,682
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
34,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,421
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,386
coil spring incomplete 5,157
coil spring fractured 4,494
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,944
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KB02 YGC is a 2002 BMW M3 in Yellow with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2002 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 77,945 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW M3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,421 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KB02 YGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M3 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 24 years old, this BMW M3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KB02 YGC registered?

KB02 YGC is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 1 March 2002.

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The MOT history for KB02 YGC shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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