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HV52 OZF

2002 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

100,102 mi
Last recorded100,102 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2020
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV52 OZF
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2020 100,102 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 86,586 miles

Covers fitted

No rear Seats fitted

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

oil leak

Pass 14 Dec 2015 84,079 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Nov 2014 80,100 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Nov 2013 73,376 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

oil leak rear diff

Pass 8 Aug 2012 63,752 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 26 Jul 2011 51,811 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 41,313 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 31 May 2008 41,215 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 41,183 miles

unable to test most of the underside of vechileand both outer body sills

Pass 31 Mar 2006 38,399 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2006 38,399 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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HV52 OZF is a 2002 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 HV52 OZF, 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 HV52 OZF registered?

HV52 OZF is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 24 September 2002.

Is HV52 OZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV52 OZF shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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