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KG02 FWK

2002 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

126,257 mi
Last recorded126,257 miles
Recorded on3 May 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG02 FWK
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 May 2016 126,257 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 119,209 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Dec 2013 108,057 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2013 108,057 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 12 Jan 2013 100,677 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2013 100,677 miles

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

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Jan 2012 98,082 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2011 95,264 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2011 95,264 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 Nov 2009 91,318 miles

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

Fail 27 Nov 2009 91,294 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2008 87,950 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 28 Nov 2007 82,889 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 76,675 miles

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

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 FWK is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FWK, 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 KG02 FWK registered?

KG02 FWK is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 21 May 2002.

Is KG02 FWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KG02 FWK shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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