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RL52 TWF

2002 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

95,090 mi
Last recorded95,090 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2015
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL52 TWF
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2015 95,090 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded offside front to rear, at rear hose (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 23 Sep 2015 95,090 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded offside front to rear, at rear hose (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Sep 2014 94,023 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2013 92,290 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 91,796 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 85,068 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 79,614 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 75,542 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 70,468 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2009 70,468 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2008 69,790 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 65,388 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2007 65,388 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 17 Oct 2005 52,199 miles

REAR TYRES 1.6mm ON EDGES

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 13 Oct 2005 51,985 miles

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

Centre Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE DEVOID OF TREAD ON EDGES. †REAR TYRES 1.6mm ON EDGES

child seat obviously incorrectly fitted

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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RL52 TWF is a 2002 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RL52 TWF, 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 RL52 TWF registered?

RL52 TWF is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is RL52 TWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL52 TWF shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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