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KG02 LML

2002 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

110,158 mi
Last recorded110,158 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG02 LML
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 110,158 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2025 106,351 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2024 102,328 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 99,643 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 96,966 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 94,926 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 94,029 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 93,732 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 93,340 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 92,316 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2016 92,316 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 87,191 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 80,743 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 80,743 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 75,958 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 71,093 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 66,616 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2011 66,616 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 60,743 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 53,469 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2009 53,396 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2008 46,768 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2007 38,269 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 31,041 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 LML is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LML, 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 LML registered?

KG02 LML is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 8 May 2002.

Is KG02 LML safe to buy?

The MOT history for KG02 LML shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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