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DV51 ZYE

2002 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

89,190 mi
Last recorded89,190 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2013
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV51 ZYE
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2013 89,190 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 81,157 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2011 71,052 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 71,052 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 66,373 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 62,300 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 56,717 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 Jun 2006 56,180 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

offside front tyre cut in outer sidewall, not deep enough to reach cords

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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DV51 ZYE is a 2002 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DV51 ZYE, 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 DV51 ZYE registered?

DV51 ZYE is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 17 January 2002.

Is DV51 ZYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV51 ZYE shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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