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KH02 XHP

2002 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2020
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

130,045 mi
Last recorded130,045 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2019
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKH02 XHP
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2019 130,045 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Aug 2019 130,045 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 127,926 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 May 2018 123,335 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2017 118,557 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 116,343 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 115,969 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 115,926 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 115,926 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 115,281 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 112,481 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 106,634 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Oct 2010 106,634 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2009 101,828 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2009 101,828 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Oct 2008 95,924 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 91,508 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 85,360 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2006 85,360 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2005 76,629 miles

N/S/F tyre worn on inside edge

Rear brake discs worn

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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KH02 XHP is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KH02 XHP, 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 KH02 XHP registered?

KH02 XHP is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 7 August 2002.

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