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C55 DMS

2002 BMW M3

Purple Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

95,952 mi
Last recorded95,952 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2023
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

RegistrationC55 DMS
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2023 95,952 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 95,333 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 94,568 miles

Oil leak

Pass 27 May 2014 93,514 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 92,164 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 91,191 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 90,155 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 89,221 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 87,494 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2009 87,494 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 27 Feb 2008 81,895 miles

both front tyres worn on edges and n/s/f has nail in it

Pass 22 Feb 2007 63,537 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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C55 DMS is a 2002 BMW M3 in Purple with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 C55 DMS, 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 C55 DMS?

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What year was C55 DMS registered?

C55 DMS is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 16 April 2002.

Is C55 DMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C55 DMS shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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