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L33 XJF

2002 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

66,502 mi
Last recorded66,502 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL33 XJF
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2025 66,502 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2024 64,886 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 63,479 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 62,611 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 59,134 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 56,982 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 56,679 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 55,655 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2018 55,655 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Apr 2017 54,942 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 20 Feb 2016 54,255 miles

Nearside Front Spring appears to be fitted upside down but still functions as intended

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

Fail 20 Feb 2016 54,255 miles

Nearside Front Spring appears to be fitted upside down but still functions as intended

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 48,791 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 45,456 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 44,720 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 44,035 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

front tyres wearing low inner edges

Fail 27 Aug 2011 44,035 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

front tyres wearing low inner edges

Pass 7 Sep 2010 42,567 miles

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

rear disks very corroded

Pass 3 Sep 2009 34,377 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 25,575 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 24 Aug 2007 20,599 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 17,507 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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L33 XJF is a 2002 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 L33 XJF, 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 L33 XJF?

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What year was L33 XJF registered?

L33 XJF is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is L33 XJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for L33 XJF shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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