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LY02 VSF

2002 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

35,001 mi
Last recorded35,001 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY02 VSF
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 35,001 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 34,792 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 34,706 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 34,547 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 34,203 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 33,910 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2020 33,910 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

oil leaks

Pass 25 Apr 2019 33,658 miles

under trays

Pass 14 May 2018 33,356 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 32,822 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 32,110 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 31,036 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 27,831 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2012 26,152 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 24,885 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 23,911 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 15,189 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 17 Nov 2009 14,530 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)

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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LY02 VSF is a 2002 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 LY02 VSF, 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 LY02 VSF registered?

LY02 VSF is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 19 April 2002.

Is LY02 VSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY02 VSF shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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