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HS02 VCG

2002 BMW M3

Yellow Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

92,715 mi
Last recorded92,715 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2017
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS02 VCG
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2017 92,715 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2016 89,665 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 87,010 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 84,297 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2014 84,297 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 77,906 miles

offside front inner tyre wall cracking

Pass 2 Jul 2012 73,515 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 63,025 miles

rear tyres wearing on edges

Fail 21 Jun 2010 59,650 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 59,650 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 59,289 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 59,289 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2008 54,832 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 48,039 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 42,890 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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HS02 VCG is a 2002 BMW M3 in Yellow with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 HS02 VCG, 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 HS02 VCG registered?

HS02 VCG is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 25 July 2002.

Is HS02 VCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for HS02 VCG shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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