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LF52 YZP

2002 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

59,177 mi
Last recorded59,177 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2012
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF52 YZP
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2012 59,177 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 50,848 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 39,200 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2008

ABS lamp on during test drove vehicle more thn 10mph and lamp went out. customer given benifit of doubt

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Apr 2008

ABS lamp on during test drove vehicle more thn 10mph and lamp went out. customer given benifit of doubt

Fail 15 Feb 2008 43,216 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp sequence is incorrect (3.4.1d)

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

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

corrosion on rear brake discs

sealer on nearside inner sill

Pass 19 Dec 2006 59,206 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2006 59,206 miles

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

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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LF52 YZP is a 2002 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LF52 YZP, 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 LF52 YZP registered?

LF52 YZP is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 12 November 2002.

Is LF52 YZP safe to buy?

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