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LN52 AOR

2002 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

121,789 mi
Last recorded121,789 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN52 AOR
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2016 121,789 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 120,362 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Outer sills have plastic covers, Not allowing inspection of outer sills

Slight play on inner steering rack joints

Undertrays fitted

Pass 1 Sep 2014 117,398 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

heavy oil leaks from engine and differential.

plastic sill covers fitted preventing full inspection.

rear differential noisy and worn.

Pass 21 Aug 2013 114,671 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2012 112,712 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2011 104,605 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

part worn tyres fitted

Pass 23 Feb 2010 97,992 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2009 84,041 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 66,921 miles

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

Fail 9 Feb 2008 66,912 miles

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Feb 2007 53,066 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2006 42,611 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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LN52 AOR is a 2002 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LN52 AOR, 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 LN52 AOR registered?

LN52 AOR is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 5 September 2002.

Is LN52 AOR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN52 AOR shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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