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DF52 BPE

2002 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

134,826 mi
Last recorded134,826 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF52 BPE
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2016 134,826 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Jan 2016 134,361 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2015 131,106 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 8 Jan 2014 125,786 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 120,557 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 116,270 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 112,006 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2010 107,312 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 91,766 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 73,595 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2008 73,745 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 11 Jan 2007 54,871 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 35,990 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)

right hand front shocker rubber dust cover split

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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DF52 BPE is a 2002 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DF52 BPE, 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 DF52 BPE registered?

DF52 BPE is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 5 September 2002.

Is DF52 BPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF52 BPE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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