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BG02 UGZ

2002 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

62,204 mi
Last recorded62,204 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG02 UGZ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 62,204 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 61,971 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2024 61,971 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2009 59,664 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 57,982 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 57,982 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2007 55,231 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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BG02 UGZ is a 2002 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 BG02 UGZ, 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 BG02 UGZ?

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What year was BG02 UGZ registered?

BG02 UGZ is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 24 May 2002.

Is BG02 UGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG02 UGZ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BG02 UGZ have outstanding finance?

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