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KJ02 CWZ

2002 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

99,508 mi
Last recorded99,508 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ02 CWZ
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2016 99,508 miles

Front oil leak engine

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

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

Fail 7 Jul 2016 99,508 miles

Front oil leak engine

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

Nearside Rear Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2015 82,469 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

nearside front tyre damaged on outer wall

Fail 4 Jul 2015 82,469 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

nearside front tyre damaged on outer wall

Pass 16 Jun 2014 75,310 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 11 Jun 2014 75,147 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 2 Jul 2013 69,355 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 64,553 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 62,997 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 60,545 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2009 57,607 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 55,473 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2008 55,473 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Jul 2007 49,371 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 41,665 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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KJ02 CWZ is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 KJ02 CWZ, 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 KJ02 CWZ?

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What year was KJ02 CWZ registered?

KJ02 CWZ is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 4 April 2002.

Is KJ02 CWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJ02 CWZ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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