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EX52 UPM

2002 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

152,302 mi
Last recorded152,302 miles
Recorded on29 May 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2018 152,302 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 10 May 2017 147,802 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 9 May 2017 147,779 miles

Front Side repeater incorrect colour both bulbs white (1.4.A.2f)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush to hub bush (2.4.G.2)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 5 May 2016 143,950 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both and offside wing repeater bulbs are quite white (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Dec 2012 142,052 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2012 142,009 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Dec 2011 138,015 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 127,880 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 113,567 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 103,041 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 10 Oct 2007 94,556 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 75,039 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 UPM is a 2002 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EX52 UPM, 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 EX52 UPM registered?

EX52 UPM is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 13 November 2002.

Is EX52 UPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX52 UPM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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