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YC02 LFD

2002 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2023
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

90,564 mi
Last recorded90,564 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2022
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC02 LFD
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2022 90,564 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2022 90,564 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 90,459 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 90,450 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 87,786 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 84,642 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 81,797 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 76,754 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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YC02 LFD is a 2002 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YC02 LFD, 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 YC02 LFD registered?

YC02 LFD is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 14 May 2002.

Is YC02 LFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC02 LFD shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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