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LK02 SYF

2002 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

107,130 mi
Last recorded107,130 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK02 SYF
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 1 Dec 2016 107,130 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Oct 2015 98,939 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.7mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.7mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 91,029 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 83,801 miles

front brake discs slightly worn

offside front to rear brake pipe very rusty

Pass 13 Jun 2012 72,023 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 67,014 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 66,022 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 60,931 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 55,785 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

offside mirror slightly loose

wipers smear

Pass 21 Jun 2007 48,871 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 19 Jun 2006 37,391 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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LK02 SYF is a 2002 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LK02 SYF, 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 LK02 SYF registered?

LK02 SYF is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 13 March 2002.

Is LK02 SYF safe to buy?

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