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KF02 FJJ

2002 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

119,105 mi
Last recorded119,105 miles
Recorded on16 May 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF02 FJJ
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2018 119,105 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 114,907 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 109,746 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 105,549 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 101,343 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 96,621 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 May 2013 96,621 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 89,431 miles

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

Fail 8 May 2012 89,077 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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)

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

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

front exhaust bracket corroded away

Pass 27 May 2011 81,087 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 81,087 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 77,679 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 73,625 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 69,529 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 65,364 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 60,919 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 FJJ is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 KF02 FJJ, 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

How do I check the history of KF02 FJJ?

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What year was KF02 FJJ registered?

KF02 FJJ is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 15 April 2002.

Is KF02 FJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KF02 FJJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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