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B3 TKC

2002 BMW M3

Yellow Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

75,606 mi
Last recorded75,606 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB3 TKC
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 75,606 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 74,692 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2025 74,692 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2024 74,455 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 73,805 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 72,834 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 71,916 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 69,455 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 67,402 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 66,584 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 64,776 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 62,314 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Apr 2014 59,982 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 57,899 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 56,598 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Sep 2010 54,643 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 51,205 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 46,440 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 30 Aug 2008 46,421 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 25 Aug 2007 41,095 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2007 41,095 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 33,796 miles

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)

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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B3 TKC is a 2002 BMW M3 in Yellow with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 B3 TKC, 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 B3 TKC?

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What year was B3 TKC registered?

B3 TKC is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 18 July 2002.

Is B3 TKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B3 TKC shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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