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YF52 EXP

2002 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

111,648 mi
Last recorded111,648 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2013
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF52 EXP
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 16 Oct 2013 111,648 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 10,109 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 93,942 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 86,628 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 759,330 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 66,521 miles

n/s rear suspension bush has small amount of play

Pass 2 Oct 2007 57,692 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 51,150 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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YF52 EXP 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 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 YF52 EXP, 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 YF52 EXP?

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What year was YF52 EXP registered?

YF52 EXP is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 2 December 2002.

Is YF52 EXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF52 EXP shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YF52 EXP have outstanding finance?

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