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KG02 WEP

2002 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

154,100 mi
Last recorded154,100 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG02 WEP
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2016 154,100 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 136,534 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Apr 2015 136,534 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 118,051 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

surface rust underneath vehicle but not affecting its strength

Fail 11 Apr 2014 118,051 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

surface rust underneath vehicle but not affecting its strength

Pass 11 Apr 2013 115,392 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 114,914 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 114,792 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2011 114,775 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 114,607 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2010 114,267 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2009 97,938 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2008 78,117 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 105,243 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2005 92,137 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 WEP is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 WEP, 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 WEP registered?

KG02 WEP is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 20 May 2002.

Is KG02 WEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KG02 WEP shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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