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EK52 BGO

2002 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

89,831 mi
Last recorded89,831 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK52 BGO
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 89,831 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 84,979 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 83,197 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 82,368 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 1 Nov 2018 82,367 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2017 79,596 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 77,510 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2015 73,854 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 69,426 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 66,600 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 62,984 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 62,498 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 57,491 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 52,271 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 46,689 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 40,919 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 38,758 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 32,659 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2005 32,547 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2005 32,529 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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EK52 BGO is a 2002 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 EK52 BGO, 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 EK52 BGO registered?

EK52 BGO is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 6 November 2002.

Is EK52 BGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK52 BGO shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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