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KC02 HPV

2002 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

61,536 mi
Last recorded61,536 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC02 HPV
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 61,536 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 48,865 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 48,051 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 47,574 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 47,074 miles

All Valve Stems Perished

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2015 46,299 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 46,299 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2014 45,241 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 44,078 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 42,679 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 39,148 miles

Both front tyres wearing on outer edges and slightly perished

Front inner brake pads wearing thin

Pass 24 Feb 2011 38,836 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 38,831 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front discs and pads will require changing soon.

Pass 23 Feb 2010 35,934 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 33,055 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 29,077 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 14,639 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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KC02 HPV is a 2002 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 KC02 HPV, 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 KC02 HPV registered?

KC02 HPV is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 16 July 2002.

Is KC02 HPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KC02 HPV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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