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OE52 ZXL

2002 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

147,773 mi
Last recorded147,773 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2024
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE52 ZXL
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2024 147,773 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 146,868 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 144,899 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 141,765 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 139,322 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 133,852 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 126,125 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 120,422 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 112,789 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)

Oil leak

Pass 24 May 2012 104,424 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2011 95,583 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 95,519 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Fail 21 May 2010 85,898 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 21 May 2010 85,898 miles

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

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 4 Mar 2009 73,988 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2009 73,988 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 1 Jun 2007 55,081 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 55,081 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 46,442 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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OE52 ZXL is a 2002 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 OE52 ZXL, 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

How do I check the history of OE52 ZXL?

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What year was OE52 ZXL registered?

OE52 ZXL is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 21 December 2002.

Is OE52 ZXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE52 ZXL shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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