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KF52 ZMO

2002 BMW 3 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

155,668 mi
Last recorded155,668 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2020
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF52 ZMO
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2020 155,668 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2020 155,668 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 130,900 miles

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

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

oil filckers

Fail 6 Nov 2017 116,581 miles

Central Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2016 106,563 miles

oil leak

Pass 3 Dec 2015 101,140 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 95,223 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 90,037 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 83,967 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2011 77,609 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2010 71,665 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 65,952 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

Fail 26 Nov 2008 60,218 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Pass 26 Nov 2008 60,218 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 56,845 miles

unable to check under bonnet+front underside properly due to covers

Pass 1 Dec 2006 51,781 miles

unable to check under bonnet+underside properly due to covers

Pass 1 Dec 2005 40,120 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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KF52 ZMO is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 KF52 ZMO, 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 KF52 ZMO registered?

KF52 ZMO is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 4 December 2002.

Is KF52 ZMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KF52 ZMO shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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