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KG02 BYM

2002 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

113,086 mi
Last recorded113,086 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG02 BYM
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2016 113,086 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear indicators fading to white.

Pass 19 Oct 2015 99,987 miles

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

play in inner rack joints

Pass 23 Oct 2014 88,915 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2014 88,915 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both wiper spliting on ends

Pass 28 Nov 2013 81,313 miles

Front brake discs very rusted and worn

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside handbrake effort lower then nearside

Fail 28 Nov 2013 81,313 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake discs very rusted and worn

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside handbrake effort lower then nearside

Pass 15 Nov 2012 71,408 miles

Front brake discs very corroded

Front lower arm bushes slightly worn

N/S/F seat belt sluggish retracting

Fail 15 Nov 2012 71,408 miles

Front brake discs very corroded

Front lower arm bushes slightly worn

N/S/F seat belt sluggish retracting

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2011 67,947 miles

Advise conditon of rear brake discs

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

Pass 10 Sep 2010 62,456 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 60,202 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 57,226 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 54,883 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2005 48,871 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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KG02 BYM is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 KG02 BYM, 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 KG02 BYM?

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What year was KG02 BYM registered?

KG02 BYM is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 16 May 2002.

Is KG02 BYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KG02 BYM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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