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EX52 RBU

2002 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

112,182 mi
Last recorded112,182 miles
Recorded on24 May 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX52 RBU
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2025 112,182 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 110,955 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 108,097 miles
Fail 31 May 2023 108,097 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 May 2022 106,912 miles

Rear brake pipes covered in grease

Pass 31 May 2021 106,699 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Dec 2019 106,616 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2018 106,500 miles

Rear brake pipes slightly corroded / covered in grease

Pass 11 Nov 2017 101,198 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit ALL 4 (4.1.E.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL 4 (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 94,425 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 89,815 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 85,903 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 80,672 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2012 74,284 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Nov 2012 74,284 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 62,459 miles

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

Fail 22 Jul 2011 62,459 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Jun 2010 49,159 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 41,351 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 34,822 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 33,948 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 27,495 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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EX52 RBU is a 2002 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 EX52 RBU, 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 EX52 RBU?

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What year was EX52 RBU registered?

EX52 RBU is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 1 October 2002.

Is EX52 RBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX52 RBU shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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