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FX52 FHV

2002 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

180,283 mi
Last recorded180,283 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2013
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX52 FHV
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2013 180,283 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2013 180,283 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2012 172,297 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

Pass 23 Dec 2011 167,451 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 162,323 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 153,597 miles

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

front tyres worn inside edges.

Pass 28 Nov 2008 131,117 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

slight play in steering rack o/s

Pass 12 Dec 2007 108,035 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 7 Dec 2006 87,899 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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FX52 FHV is a 2002 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FX52 FHV, 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 FX52 FHV registered?

FX52 FHV is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is FX52 FHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX52 FHV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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