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VX52 GJE

2002 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

112,899 mi
Last recorded112,899 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2021
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX52 GJE
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2021 112,899 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 28 May 2021 112,887 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Hand brake only just limit 17%

Pass 12 Feb 2019 111,569 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 9 Feb 2019 111,554 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Feb 2018 107,414 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2017 105,211 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 100,702 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2015 91,607 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2014 83,738 miles

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

n/s rear suspension mounting point heavy surface corrosion

Pass 10 Oct 2012 76,832 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 76,536 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 69,966 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2010 69,966 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 63,810 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 63,810 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2008 57,403 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 55,080 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 52,450 miles

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

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

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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VX52 GJE is a 2002 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VX52 GJE, 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 VX52 GJE?

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What year was VX52 GJE registered?

VX52 GJE is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is VX52 GJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX52 GJE shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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