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KE02 LWG

2002 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

138,729 mi
Last recorded138,729 miles
Recorded on10 May 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE02 LWG
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2016 138,729 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

oil leak

Pass 14 May 2015 128,593 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 128,587 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 May 2014 121,394 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Oct 2013 117,772 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 110,114 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 110,114 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 98,807 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 94,267 miles

can not see bottom of rear springs

Pass 7 Aug 2009 89,193 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 80,605 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 71,090 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 61,771 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2006 61,771 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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KE02 LWG is a 2002 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 KE02 LWG, 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 KE02 LWG registered?

KE02 LWG is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 22 March 2002.

Is KE02 LWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE02 LWG shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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