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KE52 XFP

2002 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

112,261 mi
Last recorded112,261 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE52 XFP
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2016 112,261 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 108,272 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 106,452 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 101,429 miles

Front Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an upper wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Sep 2012 99,863 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 98,453 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 95,860 miles

Air bag light on

Pass 12 Aug 2009 92,643 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2009 92,641 miles

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Rear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 85,962 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 85,962 miles

Offside Front Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

AirBag light on

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

Pass 18 Aug 2006 78,172 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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KE52 XFP is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2002 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 91,357 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KE52 XFP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 24 years old, this BMW 3 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KE52 XFP registered?

KE52 XFP is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 2 September 2002.

Is KE52 XFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE52 XFP shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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