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JAZ 9

2002 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,199 mi
Last recorded67,199 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJAZ 9
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2026 67,199 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 May 2021 67,005 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 66,855 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 66,842 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2017 66,827 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

exhaust backbox flange badly corroded and cracked

Pass 1 Apr 2016 66,132 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 64,205 miles

middle to back box exhaust flanges very badly corroded and broken, but system still secure and not blowing

rear brake pipes corroded

tyre pressure monitoring system light on

Pass 15 Mar 2014 62,530 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

diff leak

exhaust back box clamps broken

nearside front tyre worn on inner and outer edges

nearside rear tyre on 3mm

nearside rear tyre punctured

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 1 Mar 2013 60,873 miles

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

all rear metal brake pipes have surface corrosion on them

both the front brake discs have signs of wear

one of the rear exhust metal clasps is broken, however exhust still secure at present time

Pass 17 Mar 2012 58,185 miles

backbox flange cracked but still secure

rear brakes pipes corroded

tyre pressure monitoring warning light on

Pass 5 Mar 2011 52,279 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 47,438 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 41,894 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 36,717 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 33,040 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 26,806 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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JAZ 9 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 JAZ 9, 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 JAZ 9 registered?

JAZ 9 is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 8 March 2002.

Is JAZ 9 safe to buy?

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