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KG51 XBE

2002 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

141,925 mi
Last recorded141,925 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2013
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG51 XBE
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2013 141,925 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 140,911 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 133,249 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 121,888 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 113,312 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 104,351 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 83,438 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2007 83,438 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2006 67,164 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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KG51 XBE is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KG51 XBE, 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

How do I check the history of KG51 XBE?

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What year was KG51 XBE registered?

KG51 XBE is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 2 January 2002.

Is KG51 XBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KG51 XBE shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KG51 XBE have outstanding finance?

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