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L999 CTR

2002 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

142,566 mi
Last recorded142,566 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL999 CTR
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 142,566 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 140,007 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 136,205 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 132,997 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 130,733 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 126,002 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 121,568 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 118,057 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 115,417 miles

ENGINE COVERS FITTED NOT ALLOWING FULL INSPECTION IN ENGINE BAY AREA

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded MAIN PIPE FRONT TO REAR (3.6.B.2c)

UNDER COVERS FITTED NOT ALLOWING FULL UNDERSIDE INSPECTION

Fail 4 Jan 2016 115,413 miles

Offside Front Power steering component(s) leaking STEERING RACK AREA (2.3.3b)

ENGINE COVERS FITTED NOT ALLOWING FULL INSPECTION IN ENGINE BAY AREA

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded MAIN PIPE FRONT TO REAR (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

UNDER COVERS FITTED NOT ALLOWING FULL UNDERSIDE INSPECTION

Pass 1 Nov 2014 113,063 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

steering rack boot on offside front damp with oil

Pass 14 Oct 2013 110,017 miles

both front tyres on legal wear limit

offside front steering rack boot damp but fluid level ok

rear diff has slight leak of oil from offside seal

Pass 6 Oct 2012 105,762 miles

rear tyres close to wear limit

Pass 8 Oct 2011 99,907 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2010 90,765 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 76,900 miles

rear indicator bulbs slight pale colour.

Pass 30 Oct 2008 63,242 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 47,800 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2006 33,736 miles

Front discs worn.

Front position lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned (1.1.A.3a)

Small slit in n/s/f outer tyre wall.

Pass 3 Nov 2006 33,736 miles

Front discs worn.

Small slit in n/s/f outer tyre wall.

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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L999 CTR is a 2002 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 L999 CTR, 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 L999 CTR registered?

L999 CTR is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 2 September 2002.

Is L999 CTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L999 CTR shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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