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MC52 UWM

2002 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

107,106 mi
Last recorded107,106 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2023
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC52 UWM
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2023 107,106 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 105,644 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2021 105,643 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 30 Jul 2019 105,643 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 May 2018 104,413 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 98,589 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 94,628 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 90,750 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 88,853 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 85,368 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 84,826 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 83,289 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 83,241 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 78,161 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 69,843 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 61,283 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 60,578 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2005 50,133 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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MC52 UWM 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 MC52 UWM, 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 MC52 UWM registered?

MC52 UWM is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 1 November 2002.

Is MC52 UWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for MC52 UWM 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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