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KJ02 JLU

2002 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

102,209 mi
Last recorded102,209 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW 3 Series91,357 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ02 JLU
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 May 2025 102,209 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2024 93,260 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 92,260 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 21 Nov 2022 92,260 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2021 91,591 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2021 91,591 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2020 90,655 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 89,853 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 89,853 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2018 88,905 miles
Fail 2 May 2018 88,905 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 86,932 miles

airbag light on

Pass 20 Apr 2016 85,582 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 81,338 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 75,540 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 69,934 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 65,214 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 60,938 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 56,664 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2010 56,664 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2009 51,004 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2008 43,526 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 43,526 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 37,754 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 30,689 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 JLU is a 2002 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 JLU, 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 JLU?

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What year was KJ02 JLU registered?

KJ02 JLU is a 2002 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is KJ02 JLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJ02 JLU shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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