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LS02 FAJ

2002 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

108,367 mi
Last recorded108,367 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2023
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS02 FAJ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2023 108,367 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 104,891 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Nov 2019 102,368 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2018 99,700 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 96,832 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 93,488 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2015 89,945 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2015 89,945 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 86,835 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2013 81,579 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2012 74,370 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 71,317 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 67,250 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 62,280 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 54,504 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 54,500 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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 31 May 2007 44,356 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 36,245 miles

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

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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LS02 FAJ is a 2002 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LS02 FAJ, 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 LS02 FAJ registered?

LS02 FAJ is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 1 June 2002.

Is LS02 FAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS02 FAJ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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