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KG52 SVA

2002 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

114,343 mi
Last recorded114,343 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2023
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG52 SVA
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2023 114,343 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2023 114,305 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Feb 2022 109,218 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2022 109,218 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 104,322 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 99,391 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2019 90,698 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2019 90,696 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 2 Mar 2018 79,382 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 67,785 miles

Oil leak engine oil leak ()

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear brake pipes corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Jan 2016 55,838 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 43,229 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 35,149 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 32,501 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2012 32,501 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 30,695 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 25,810 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 20,958 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 17,021 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 17,021 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2007 14,060 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 12,020 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2005 8,347 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 SVA is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 KG52 SVA, 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 KG52 SVA?

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What year was KG52 SVA registered?

KG52 SVA is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 28 October 2002.

Is KG52 SVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KG52 SVA shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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