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LW52 DXV

2002 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2022
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,605 mi
Last recorded88,605 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2021
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW52 DXV
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 15 Sep 2021 88,605 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 87,717 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 86,801 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 85,934 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 84,404 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 83,165 miles

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

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

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

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

engine management warning lamp is on

Pass 13 Jan 2015 80,210 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 76,767 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 75,509 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 73,074 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 69,657 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 66,401 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2008 91,904 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 65,985 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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LW52 DXV is a 2002 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 LW52 DXV, 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 LW52 DXV registered?

LW52 DXV is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 3 October 2002.

Is LW52 DXV safe to buy?

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