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DV02 AXF

2002 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

122,561 mi
Last recorded122,561 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2017
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV02 AXF
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2017 122,561 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 120,469 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 118,631 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 15 Jun 2013 113,816 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Jun 2013 113,816 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 109,157 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 17 May 2011 104,416 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 101,285 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 99,243 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 116,586 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2007 74,243 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 65,738 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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DV02 AXF is a 2002 BMW M3 in Black 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 DV02 AXF, 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 DV02 AXF registered?

DV02 AXF is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 7 June 2002.

Is DV02 AXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV02 AXF 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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