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BU52 ZMZ

2002 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2023
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,964 mi
Last recorded69,964 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2022
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 ZMZ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 6 Apr 2022 69,964 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2020 69,334 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 68,200 miles

undertrays fitted blocking view to some items

Pass 9 Nov 2015 65,888 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 59,679 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 59,210 miles

both front tyres slightly worn on edge

Pass 6 Apr 2012 57,800 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 54,973 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 53,557 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 50,143 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 48,298 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2006 38,200 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2005 30,627 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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BU52 ZMZ is a 2002 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BU52 ZMZ, 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

How do I check the history of BU52 ZMZ?

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What year was BU52 ZMZ registered?

BU52 ZMZ is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 16 October 2002.

Is BU52 ZMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU52 ZMZ shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BU52 ZMZ have outstanding finance?

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