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EK52 CXV

2002 BMW M3

Yellow Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,109 mi
Last recorded46,109 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK52 CXV
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2026 46,109 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 45,184 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 44,951 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 44,539 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 44,060 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 43,692 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 42,654 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 41,646 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 40,851 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit + devoid of tread on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 40,680 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 39,405 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 38,411 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 34,832 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2011 32,942 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 31,363 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 30,133 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 28,460 miles

Front tyres low on outside edge

Pass 30 Oct 2007 26,878 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 25,465 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2005 20,287 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 CXV is a 2002 BMW M3 in Yellow with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 EK52 CXV, 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 EK52 CXV?

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What year was EK52 CXV registered?

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

Is EK52 CXV safe to buy?

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Does EK52 CXV have outstanding finance?

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