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M32 OOM

2002 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

130,247 mi
Last recorded130,247 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM32 OOM
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 130,247 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 128,732 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 126,792 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 125,499 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 124,267 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 122,718 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2019 122,711 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 122,064 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2018 122,027 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2017 120,378 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear metal brake pipes by n/s/r wheel and spring ok at time of test (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 114,895 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 105,692 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2015 105,692 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 105,379 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 97,382 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 87,244 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2012 73,626 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 57,287 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 49,631 miles

slight play in steering rack o/s

Pass 11 Nov 2008 43,816 miles

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

n/s/f wiper blade smearing

Fail 7 Feb 2007 39,166 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 7 Feb 2007 39,166 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2005 34,674 miles

Advise rear tyres in near future

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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M32 OOM is a 2002 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 M32 OOM, 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 M32 OOM registered?

M32 OOM is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 28 March 2002.

Is M32 OOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M32 OOM shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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