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CK52 TXX

2002 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

98,906 mi
Last recorded98,906 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK52 TXX
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2025 98,906 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 98,350 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 95,612 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 94,185 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 92,293 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 87,881 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 81,696 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 75,827 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2009 68,084 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 59,757 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 50,418 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 41,577 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2005 41,209 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2005 41,187 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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CK52 TXX is a 2002 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 CK52 TXX, 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 CK52 TXX registered?

CK52 TXX is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 28 November 2002.

Is CK52 TXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for CK52 TXX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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