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AV02 XMG

2002 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

114,128 mi
Last recorded114,128 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2017
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV02 XMG
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2017 114,128 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2017 114,128 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inside (4.1.D.1a)

other tyres cuts in sidewall

Pass 6 Apr 2016 102,558 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 91,709 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2014 72,147 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2014 72,146 miles

Offside Front Road wheel fractured (4.2.B.1a)

Pass 20 Nov 2012 54,403 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2012 54,403 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

gearbox oil leak

o/s/f sensor link brocken

Pass 19 Oct 2011 46,988 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)

Pass 16 Dec 2010 43,174 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 15 Dec 2009 39,231 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2009 39,210 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Dec 2008 34,421 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 28,175 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2007 28,125 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 19,622 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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AV02 XMG 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 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AV02 XMG, 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 AV02 XMG registered?

AV02 XMG is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 9 August 2002.

Is AV02 XMG safe to buy?

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