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M111 VRC

2002 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

105,648 mi
Last recorded105,648 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM111 VRC
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2016 105,648 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 103,089 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 99,559 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 94,091 miles

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

offside rear tyre has cuts in the outer sidewall

Pass 26 Apr 2012 93,820 miles

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

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

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

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

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

nearside rear tyre kerb protector has small defects

Fail 19 Apr 2012 93,809 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

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

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

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

nearside rear tyre kerb protector has small defects

Pass 11 Apr 2011 89,994 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 80,098 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2010 80,098 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 30 Dec 2008 65,675 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2008 53,084 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 38,772 miles

1' brake pad warning light on †2' nail in o/s/r tyre

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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M111 VRC is a 2002 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 M111 VRC, 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 M111 VRC registered?

M111 VRC is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is M111 VRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M111 VRC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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