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KF02 EHW

2002 BMW 3 Series

Red Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

132,413 mi
Last recorded132,413 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF02 EHW
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2018 132,413 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2018 132,413 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 May 2017 127,096 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 121,810 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 117,089 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 108,417 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 May 2013 96,132 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 90,210 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 90,210 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2011 78,711 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 78,710 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 67,195 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 58,570 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 52,231 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 52,224 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 45,274 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 38,773 miles

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

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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KF02 EHW is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Red with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 KF02 EHW, 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 KF02 EHW registered?

KF02 EHW is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 28 March 2002.

Is KF02 EHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KF02 EHW shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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