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GK52 DLV

2002 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

56,244 mi
Last recorded56,244 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK52 DLV
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 56,244 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 55,575 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 55,345 miles

Offside Outer Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 12 May 2022 53,335 miles

Nearside Front Body fixing missing, but overall security not significantly reduced Jacking / Lifting rubber bung / disc missing (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 50,894 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 47,711 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2017 43,597 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 39,503 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 35,948 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 29,436 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 28,170 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 27,745 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 26,094 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 24,700 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 23,702 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 22,844 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 22,085 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 20,879 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2006 20,879 miles

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

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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GK52 DLV is a 2002 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 GK52 DLV, 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 GK52 DLV registered?

GK52 DLV is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 30 September 2002.

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