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VU52 ZWS

2002 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,188 mi
Last recorded69,188 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 ZWS
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 21 May 2025 69,188 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 69,042 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 68,422 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 66,104 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 65,608 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 65,420 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 65,288 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 65,265 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 65,109 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 62,481 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 59,356 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 53,884 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 51,636 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 48,010 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 38,177 miles

nearside front and offside rear tyres split on outer walls

Pass 30 Nov 2005 28,925 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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VU52 ZWS is a 2002 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VU52 ZWS, 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 VU52 ZWS?

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What year was VU52 ZWS registered?

VU52 ZWS is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 16 December 2002.

Is VU52 ZWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU52 ZWS shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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