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KE52 XGG

2002 BMW 3 Series

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

302,495 mi
Last recorded302,495 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2013
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE52 XGG
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2013 302,495 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 13 Dec 2012 294,411 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Dec 2012 294,411 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 254,868 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2010 213,616 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 16 Oct 2010 213,616 miles

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 167,452 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 127,533 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 117,074 miles

n/s/r tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 18 Aug 2006 106,833 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 105,976 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 XGG is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 XGG, 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 XGG registered?

KE52 XGG is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 11 September 2002.

Is KE52 XGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE52 XGG shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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