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KG52 RYD

2002 BMW 3 Series

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

159,805 mi
Last recorded159,805 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2021
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG52 RYD
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2021 159,805 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 149,522 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2019 144,093 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2018 141,174 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 139,643 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 134,641 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 126,783 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 119,503 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 106,166 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2012 92,525 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 83,726 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2011 83,713 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 6 Mar 2010 74,771 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 63,210 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 52,790 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 42,609 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 31,095 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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KG52 RYD is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 KG52 RYD, 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 KG52 RYD registered?

KG52 RYD is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 30 October 2002.

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The MOT history for KG52 RYD shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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