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BK52 FRJ

2002 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

55,104 mi
Last recorded55,104 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2023
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK52 FRJ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2023 55,104 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 54,008 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 51,360 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 49,303 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 48,492 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 136,543 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 133,995 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Aug 2014 132,869 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 130,124 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Nov 2013 129,158 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 142,655 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 128,201 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

wipers starting to smear

Pass 20 Nov 2010 120,279 miles

rear exhaust clamp corroded

slight play in nsf anti roll bar link

Pass 4 Nov 2009 112,183 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 19 Nov 2008 103,755 miles

Front Service brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear exhaust joint clamps heavily corroded

Fail 11 Nov 2008 103,230 miles

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

Front Service brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

rear exhaust joint clamps heavily corroded

Pass 20 Nov 2007 92,997 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear exhaust joint clamps corroded

Pass 23 Nov 2006 82,176 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Oct 2005 70,369 miles

How Reliable is the BMW M3?

Based on 440,678 MOT tests across 34,038 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
3,682
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
34,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,421
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,386
coil spring incomplete 5,157
coil spring fractured 4,494
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,944
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BK52 FRJ is a 2002 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2002 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 77,945 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW M3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,421 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BK52 FRJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M3 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 24 years old, this BMW M3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK52 FRJ registered?

BK52 FRJ is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 23 November 2002.

Is BK52 FRJ safe to buy?

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