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L3 BXK

2002 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

67,278 mi
Last recorded67,278 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2022
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL3 BXK
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2022 67,278 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 65,322 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Dec 2011 63,365 miles

Both Front discs worn

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 28 Dec 2011 63,365 miles

Both Front discs worn

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 30 Dec 2010 59,007 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2010 59,220 miles

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear under body bracket is insecure.

Traction control light stays on.

Pass 4 Jun 2010 58,396 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2009 56,714 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 53,421 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 23 May 2007 48,783 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 39,987 miles

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

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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L3 BXK is a 2002 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 L3 BXK, 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.

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What year was L3 BXK registered?

L3 BXK is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 8 May 2002.

Is L3 BXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for L3 BXK shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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