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M300 XHX

2002 BMW M3

Purple Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

124,232 mi
Last recorded124,232 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2024
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM300 XHX
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2024 124,232 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 121,906 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 121,869 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 121,447 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2020 120,244 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 119,956 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 115,132 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 114,010 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 112,503 miles

OIL LEAK

Pass 20 Aug 2014 108,878 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Aug 2013 103,236 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2013 103,236 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 95,395 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2011 88,426 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 83,508 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2010 83,508 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 78,806 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 78,806 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2007 63,788 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 57,764 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 57,764 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 XHX is a 2002 BMW M3 in Purple with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 XHX, 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 M300 XHX registered?

M300 XHX is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 12 September 2002.

Is M300 XHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M300 XHX shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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