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LY02 XYL

2002 BMW M3

Yellow Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

98,861 mi
Last recorded98,861 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2024
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY02 XYL
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2024 98,861 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2023 96,352 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2023 94,419 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 92,158 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2021 89,021 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 85,138 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 81,180 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 77,691 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 74,822 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 73,529 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear diff leaking oil

Pass 16 Jul 2014 71,566 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jul 2013 69,494 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 67,341 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 65,711 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 64,154 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 60,638 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 54,588 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

center brake lamp inoperative

offside wing repeater pale

Fail 4 Mar 2008 54,588 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

center brake lamp inoperative

offside wing repeater pale

Pass 23 Mar 2006 32,856 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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LY02 XYL is a 2002 BMW M3 in Yellow with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 LY02 XYL, 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 XYL registered?

LY02 XYL is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 5 April 2002.

Is LY02 XYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY02 XYL shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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