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KG02 LKV

2002 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

115,181 mi
Last recorded115,181 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2015
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG02 LKV
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2015 115,181 miles

Brake servo damaged but function not impaired (3.6.A.2c)

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

Pass 16 Jan 2014 101,105 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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

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

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 21 Nov 2012 100,030 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2012 100,030 miles

Nearside Inner Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

nearside front brake hose has slight cracking

rear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 18 Jan 2012 95,607 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 89,906 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 84,259 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2010 84,359 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 27 Jan 2009 78,785 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2009 78,785 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 62,737 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 50,065 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 LKV is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LKV, 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.

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What year was KG02 LKV registered?

KG02 LKV is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 26 April 2002.

Is KG02 LKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KG02 LKV shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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