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KG02 LKP

2002 BMW 3 Series

Grey Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2024
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

155,460 mi
Last recorded155,460 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2023
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG02 LKP
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2023 155,460 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2022 152,499 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 147,419 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 146,418 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 143,504 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 140,745 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 138,449 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 135,280 miles
Fail 11 May 2015 127,680 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2015 127,680 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 117,161 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2013 108,551 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2012 99,402 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 99,402 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 May 2011 89,395 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 79,341 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 70,864 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 60,858 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 52,483 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 40,415 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2005 29,413 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 LKP is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 KG02 LKP, 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 LKP registered?

KG02 LKP is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 19 April 2002.

Is KG02 LKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KG02 LKP shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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