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VK52 EGX

2002 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

97,882 mi
Last recorded97,882 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK52 EGX
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2016 97,882 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (3.5.1i)

Fail 15 Sep 2016 97,880 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Sep 2015 92,451 miles

advise undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Sep 2015 92,423 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

advise undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Sep 2014 91,255 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2014 91,255 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 87,711 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2012 85,608 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 84,904 miles

M.I.L LIGHT ON DASH

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 77,077 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 66,737 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 66,732 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 52,090 miles

note n/side steering rack iinner joint slight play

Pass 19 Oct 2006 36,208 miles

Both rear tyres are worn on inner edges

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 20 Oct 2005 25,870 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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VK52 EGX 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 80%.

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 VK52 EGX, 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 VK52 EGX?

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What year was VK52 EGX registered?

VK52 EGX is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 1 November 2002.

Is VK52 EGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK52 EGX shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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