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LM02 VBD

2002 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

141,880 mi
Last recorded141,880 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2023
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM02 VBD
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2023 141,880 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 141,299 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2020 140,227 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2019 138,235 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 137,324 miles
Fail 31 May 2018 137,320 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 4 Feb 2017 136,425 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 134,217 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2014 133,251 miles

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 133,251 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 123,820 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 109,660 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 100,132 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 89,074 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 79,636 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 64,492 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2007 55,920 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2007 55,476 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 18 Jul 2006 48,760 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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LM02 VBD is a 2002 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 LM02 VBD, 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 LM02 VBD registered?

LM02 VBD is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 26 July 2002.

Is LM02 VBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM02 VBD shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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