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LH02 AHD

2002 BMW M3

Red Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

55,303 mi
Last recorded55,303 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLH02 AHD
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 55,303 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 53,460 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 49,813 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 48,445 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 47,038 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 45,971 miles

Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jan 2017 43,546 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 41,162 miles

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

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

engine covered/under trays fitted

Pass 14 Nov 2014 38,771 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Nov 2013 36,210 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Oct 2012 34,012 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 31,604 miles

Not allowing full inspection of brake pipes

Pass 11 Jan 2011 30,346 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 29,016 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 27,460 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 27,460 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 25,039 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 24,524 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2006 24,524 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.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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LH02 AHD is a 2002 BMW M3 in Red with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 LH02 AHD, 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 LH02 AHD registered?

LH02 AHD is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 1 July 2002.

Is LH02 AHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LH02 AHD shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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