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LV52 OGF

2002 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

125,207 mi
Last recorded125,207 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV52 OGF
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 125,207 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 121,663 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear Standard fitment seat belt missing ()

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

both front seats unable to move forward or backward because in a fixed position

Fail 18 Mar 2024 121,660 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Headlamp levelling device inoperative not connected to suspension (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

both front seats unable to move forward or backwards because in a fixed position

no rear seats fitted or seat belts

Pass 14 Mar 2023 117,908 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 25 Aug 2021 116,634 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 28 Nov 2018 115,507 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 115,161 miles

corrosion by o/s/r jacking point

Fail 8 Sep 2017 115,158 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

corrosion by o/s/r jacking point

Pass 4 Mar 2016 112,627 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear at rear close to excess (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear at rear close to excess (3.6.B.2c)

both rear tyres wearing inner edges

corrosion around offside rear jacking point

Fail 4 Mar 2016 112,627 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear at rear close to excess (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear at rear close to excess (3.6.B.2c)

both rear tyres wearing inner edges

corrosion around offside rear jacking point

Pass 3 Dec 2014 99,910 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2013 89,657 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 7 Dec 2013 89,657 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Dec 2012 75,234 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 64,694 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 11 Dec 2010 57,195 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 49,283 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2008 37,476 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 30,842 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 22,795 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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LV52 OGF is a 2002 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LV52 OGF, 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.

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What year was LV52 OGF registered?

LV52 OGF is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 17 October 2002.

Is LV52 OGF safe to buy?

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