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DX02 FSF

2002 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

132,366 mi
Last recorded132,366 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2014
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX02 FSF
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2014 132,366 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2012 129,767 miles

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

brake discs corroded

Pass 30 Jul 2011 124,595 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 118,819 miles

all discs slightly worn and pitted

Pass 20 Aug 2009 113,561 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 23 Aug 2008 102,526 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2008 102,526 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 88,903 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2007 88,903 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2006 78,039 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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DX02 FSF is a 2002 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DX02 FSF, 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 DX02 FSF registered?

DX02 FSF is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is DX02 FSF safe to buy?

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