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LC02 GYE

2002 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

142,084 mi
Last recorded142,084 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC02 GYE
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2016 142,084 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 139,853 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2014 133,942 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

rear brake discs worn and scored

rear exhaust flanges cracked

Pass 23 May 2013 126,551 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2012 124,387 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 121,302 miles

rear brake pads wearing thin

Fail 2 Jul 2011 121,302 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

rear brake pads wearing thin

screen wash has poor delivery of fluid

Pass 23 Jun 2010 119,054 miles

Offside Rear Lower Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake pads are getting low

Slight wear to front brake discs

Slight wear, pitting and scoring to rear brake discs

Fail 23 Jun 2010 119,045 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Offside Rear Lower Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake pads are getting low

Slight wear to front brake discs

Slight wear, pitting and scoring to rear brake discs

Pass 23 Jun 2009 112,322 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 109,688 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 104,884 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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LC02 GYE is a 2002 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LC02 GYE, 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 LC02 GYE registered?

LC02 GYE is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 30 May 2002.

Is LC02 GYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC02 GYE shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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