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GL02 WYU

2002 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,850 mi
Last recorded38,850 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL02 WYU
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 1 Apr 2025 38,850 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured only just passed needs attention (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside windscreen washer blocked only just passed needs attention

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured only just passed needs attention (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 37,935 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2023 37,518 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 36,882 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 35,781 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 35,405 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 34,987 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 33,711 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 32,877 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 32,226 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 31,083 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 30,015 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 27,504 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 25,833 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 24,683 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 22,346 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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GL02 WYU is a 2002 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GL02 WYU, 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 GL02 WYU registered?

GL02 WYU is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 9 July 2002.

Is GL02 WYU safe to buy?

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