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RX52 AUO

2002 BMW M3

Yellow Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2018
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

116,364 mi
Last recorded116,364 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2017
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX52 AUO
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2017 116,364 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 113,189 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 109,696 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2015 109,686 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Outer Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

o/s/r shock dust cover damaged

Fail 24 Jul 2015 109,463 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 109,463 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 107,518 miles

o/s/f wheel binding

Fail 25 Jul 2014 107,518 miles

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

o/s/f wheel binding

Pass 23 Jul 2013 104,422 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 98,755 miles

N/S/F AND O/S/F BRAKE HOSES ARE CRACKING

Fail 26 Jul 2012 98,755 miles

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

N/S/F AND O/S/F BRAKE HOSES ARE CRACKING

Pass 14 Jun 2011 88,757 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 83,505 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Jun 2010 83,505 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2009 75,856 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 73,506 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 68,528 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 1 Sep 2006 57,731 miles

plastic covers over door sills

Pass 4 Aug 2005 42,853 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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RX52 AUO 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 73.7%.

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 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 RX52 AUO, 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 RX52 AUO?

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What year was RX52 AUO registered?

RX52 AUO is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is RX52 AUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX52 AUO shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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