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BP02 FMV

2002 BMW M3

Red Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

88,238 mi
Last recorded88,238 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP02 FMV
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 88,238 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2025 86,193 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2023 85,862 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 85,287 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 85,213 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 83,241 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Sep 2015 81,730 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 79,902 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 77,517 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 75,334 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 72,580 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 71,183 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Nov 2007 52,752 miles

Oil leak

Pass 31 Oct 2006 38,543 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2006 38,543 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Aug 2006 36,821 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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BP02 FMV is a 2002 BMW M3 in Red with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 BP02 FMV, 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 BP02 FMV registered?

BP02 FMV is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 20 August 2002.

Is BP02 FMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP02 FMV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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