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FV02 XNE

2002 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

143,404 mi
Last recorded143,404 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV02 XNE
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2016 143,404 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 132,948 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 128,079 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 122,428 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Oil leak

Pass 6 Apr 2012 119,109 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 114,926 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2010 114,503 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Inner Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 May 2009 103,538 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 86,221 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 48,943 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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FV02 XNE is a 2002 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FV02 XNE, 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 FV02 XNE registered?

FV02 XNE is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 2 August 2002.

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