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C12 FFY

2002 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2023
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

110,297 mi
Last recorded110,297 miles
Recorded on6 May 2022
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC12 FFY
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 6 May 2022 110,297 miles
Pass 3 May 2021 108,851 miles

undertrays and guards fitted

Pass 20 Jul 2019 107,905 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 104,293 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 104,169 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 101,643 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 99,119 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 96,643 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 May 2013 94,917 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 91,838 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jun 2011 89,416 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 85,795 miles

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

all brake pipes covered in grease

engine cover fitted

Pass 29 May 2009 79,446 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

under tray fitted.

Pass 6 Jun 2008 72,156 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 67,457 miles

advise-undertray fitted

Pass 6 Dec 2006 63,605 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 56,154 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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C12 FFY is a 2002 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C12 FFY, 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 C12 FFY registered?

C12 FFY is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 23 October 2002.

Is C12 FFY safe to buy?

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