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AY02 MKZ

2002 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

114,393 mi
Last recorded114,393 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2014
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY02 MKZ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2014 114,393 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2014 114,393 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 12 Aug 2013 107,297 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 102,856 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 102,853 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 95,371 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 87,571 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2010 87,553 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 79,128 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 79,087 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 71,727 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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AY02 MKZ is a 2002 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 AY02 MKZ, 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 AY02 MKZ?

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What year was AY02 MKZ registered?

AY02 MKZ is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 7 March 2002.

Is AY02 MKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY02 MKZ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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