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LG52 UOH

2002 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2025
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

158,117 mi
Last recorded158,117 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2024
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG52 UOH
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2024 158,117 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2024 158,117 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

corroded around rear floor pan

Pass 2 Aug 2023 155,411 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 150,137 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 145,092 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 144,460 miles

Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 138,941 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2019 138,941 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 133,424 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 125,475 miles

Central Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 117,685 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 110,034 miles

Oil leak

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 102,752 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 94,216 miles

Boht front tyres in poor condition

Pass 13 Jun 2012 86,385 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 77,810 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 73,555 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 68,818 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 61,578 miles

all tyres at 1.6mm

Pass 21 Jun 2007 51,130 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 48,864 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 34,612 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 34,282 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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LG52 UOH is a 2002 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 LG52 UOH, 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 LG52 UOH registered?

LG52 UOH is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 29 November 2002.

Is LG52 UOH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG52 UOH shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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