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KC51 SKX

2002 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2025
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

146,018 mi
Last recorded146,018 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2024
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC51 SKX
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 20 Apr 2024 146,018 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 145,554 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 145,064 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 144,265 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 143,489 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 143,061 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 142,890 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 142,800 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2015 140,667 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2014 135,064 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 128,775 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 122,346 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 114,289 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 105,513 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 97,103 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 87,691 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 6 Sep 2007 73,123 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 52,518 miles

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 3 Oct 2005 29,749 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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KC51 SKX is a 2002 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KC51 SKX, 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 KC51 SKX registered?

KC51 SKX is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 18 January 2002.

Is KC51 SKX safe to buy?

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