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GN52 XNL

2002 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,813 mi
Last recorded99,813 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN52 XNL
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2018 99,813 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2016 93,722 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2016 93,722 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2015 92,612 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)

temp fuel cap fitted

Pass 7 Oct 2014 87,400 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

rear exhaust clamps starting to deteriorate

Pass 22 Aug 2013 82,392 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 76,819 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear exhaust clamps corroded

Pass 11 Oct 2011 70,882 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 67,101 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 61,958 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2009 61,958 miles

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

o/s/f tyre wearing outer edge

Pass 9 Oct 2008 54,940 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2008 54,940 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)

n/s/f tyre wearing close to the limit outer tread

Pass 9 Oct 2007 48,909 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 40,674 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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GN52 XNL is a 2002 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GN52 XNL, 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 GN52 XNL?

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What year was GN52 XNL registered?

GN52 XNL is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 13 September 2002.

Is GN52 XNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN52 XNL shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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