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KE52 ZRX

2002 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

165,929 mi
Last recorded165,929 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE52 ZRX
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2025 165,929 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 16 Jan 2025 165,899 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 163,017 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 157,232 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 156,535 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 155,972 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 154,796 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 30 Aug 2018 153,687 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 152,011 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 146,431 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 140,293 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 135,866 miles

Nearside Rear 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 12 Aug 2013 132,640 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 130,459 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 127,571 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 117,412 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2009 103,742 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2008 89,950 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 75,961 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 61,691 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 ZRX is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 ZRX, 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 ZRX registered?

KE52 ZRX is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is KE52 ZRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE52 ZRX shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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