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AK52 YMC

2002 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

97,349 mi
Last recorded97,349 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK52 YMC
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 97,349 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 96,790 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 95,244 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 94,637 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 93,965 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 93,231 miles

Rear diff leaking seek attention

Pass 11 Oct 2018 86,303 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Slight weep from rear diff

Pass 5 Oct 2017 80,691 miles

Nearside Rear Inner diff leaking oil

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)

Offside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust joint from back box to centre section rusted

Pass 31 Oct 2016 74,771 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 12 Sep 2015 70,532 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 64,011 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 58,424 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 53,876 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2012 53,876 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 49,845 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2011 49,845 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2010 44,749 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2010 44,749 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 38,585 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2008 38,584 miles

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)

Pass 11 Aug 2007 32,102 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 25,106 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2005 19,269 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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AK52 YMC is a 2002 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 AK52 YMC, 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 AK52 YMC registered?

AK52 YMC is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 11 October 2002.

Is AK52 YMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK52 YMC shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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