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DF02 DXB

2002 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

120,182 mi
Last recorded120,182 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF02 DXB
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 120,182 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2025 116,384 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 113,579 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2023 113,246 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 111,308 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 108,189 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 107,712 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 101,061 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 98,296 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 85,424 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

sill covers fitted

Pass 24 Aug 2010 85,138 miles

Both front tyres scrubbing outer edges

Pass 11 Aug 2009 78,919 miles

rear tyres wearing on outer edges

Fail 6 Aug 2009 78,919 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

rear tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 1 Aug 2008 68,826 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jul 2007 54,742 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 39,203 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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DF02 DXB is a 2002 BMW M3 in Grey 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 DF02 DXB, 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 DF02 DXB registered?

DF02 DXB is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 2 August 2002.

Is DF02 DXB safe to buy?

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