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M300 DSP

2002 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

155,402 mi
Last recorded155,402 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM300 DSP
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 22 Apr 2026 155,402 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2025 153,491 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 149,011 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 144,626 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 141,201 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 138,388 miles
Pass 5 May 2020 135,986 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 130,334 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 125,010 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 119,928 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 117,792 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 111,334 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 100,879 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2013 89,966 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 74,503 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 70,721 miles

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

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

both rear tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 26 Mar 2010 64,424 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 57,699 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 52,887 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 48,512 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 43,065 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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M300 DSP is a 2002 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 M300 DSP, 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

How do I check the history of M300 DSP?

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What year was M300 DSP registered?

M300 DSP is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 25 June 2002.

Is M300 DSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for M300 DSP shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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