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HMH 555

2002 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

49,778 mi
Last recorded49,778 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2021
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHMH 555
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2021 49,778 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2019 49,502 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 49,459 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2016 49,399 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 48,711 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 48,711 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 48,419 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 47,730 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 46,625 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 45,872 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 44,880 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 43,283 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 39,184 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 36,975 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 34,968 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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HMH 555 is a 2002 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 HMH 555, 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 HMH 555 registered?

HMH 555 is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 27 March 2002.

Is HMH 555 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HMH 555 shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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