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RN52 FRL

2002 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

116,820 mi
Last recorded116,820 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN52 FRL
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 116,820 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 114,909 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 114,271 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 113,500 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 112,822 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 111,280 miles

Nearside number plate slightly dim

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 108,307 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 107,069 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 104,793 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 101,196 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 98,132 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 88,235 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 85,511 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 85,510 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2012 76,240 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2011 68,352 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

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

nearside rear tyre has deep cut in side wall but not deep enough to reach tyre cords

Pass 18 Jun 2011 68,352 miles

nearside rear tyre has deep cut in side wall but not deep enough to reach tyre cords

Pass 15 Jun 2010 58,620 miles

both rear tyres has slight cut outer wallsides

side windows and rear screen glass tinted

Fail 15 Jun 2010 58,620 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres has slight cut outer wallsides

side windows and rear screen glass tinted

Pass 3 Jun 2009 53,061 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 47,353 miles

both front tyres worn on outer edge.

Pass 31 May 2007 42,291 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 36,683 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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RN52 FRL is a 2002 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 RN52 FRL, 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 RN52 FRL registered?

RN52 FRL is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is RN52 FRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RN52 FRL shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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