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KE52 XGN

2002 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

99,510 mi
Last recorded99,510 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE52 XGN
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2018 99,510 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged slightly perished (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged slightly perished (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 97,283 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexy hose (3.6.B.2c)

brake disc modified but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1n)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 95,709 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 95,709 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2015 91,825 miles

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

Fail 27 Jun 2015 91,825 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 87,470 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2013 83,591 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2011 81,004 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2011 81,004 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 76,013 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2009 75,942 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 3 Nov 2008 70,504 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 63,883 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2006 58,578 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 XGN is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 XGN, 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 XGN registered?

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

Is KE52 XGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE52 XGN shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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