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KF02 GAO

2002 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Feb 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

77,548 mi
Last recorded77,548 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2019
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF02 GAO
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2019 77,548 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2018 72,600 miles

check light on

Fail 10 Feb 2018 22,600 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

check light on

Pass 31 Dec 2016 70,885 miles

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

check light on

near side rear+off side rear brake pipes corroded

oil leak

Pass 22 Oct 2015 68,899 miles

EML on

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

oil leak

Pass 17 Oct 2014 57,597 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 56,469 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2013 50,943 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 66,638 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 42,369 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2011 42,369 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 39,147 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 35,047 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 31,171 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 26,894 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 23,045 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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KF02 GAO is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GAO, 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 GAO?

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What year was KF02 GAO registered?

KF02 GAO is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 11 July 2002.

Is KF02 GAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KF02 GAO shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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