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LF52 YZT

2002 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

178,380 mi
Last recorded178,380 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2014
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF52 YZT
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Fail 10 Feb 2014 178,380 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 10 Feb 2014 178,380 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2013 176,738 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 167,419 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2010 145,963 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 130,149 miles

both front steering knuckle joint have slight play

Pass 13 Aug 2008 114,848 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 91,621 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 92,188 miles

a.chips in screen not over limit

a.oil marks on under tray

a.slight play in rack body

Pass 11 Nov 2005 63,026 miles

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

corrosion ring on offside rear brake disc.

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 YZT is a 2002 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LF52 YZT, 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 YZT registered?

LF52 YZT is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 18 November 2002.

Is LF52 YZT safe to buy?

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