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KIB 3331

2002 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

32,983 mi
Last recorded32,983 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2013
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKIB 3331
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2013 32,983 miles

brake fluid service light on

Pass 13 Apr 2012 19,432 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 29,448 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 28,509 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2010 28,509 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 26,863 miles

front number plate cracked can be read ok.

Pass 7 Mar 2008 24,546 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 22,095 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 27 Jan 2006 11,846 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2006 11,846 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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KIB 3331 is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KIB 3331, 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 KIB 3331?

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What year was KIB 3331 registered?

KIB 3331 is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is KIB 3331 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KIB 3331 shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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