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M3 EXM

2002 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

161,143 mi
Last recorded161,143 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM3 EXM
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 161,143 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2024 160,177 miles

Covers and vehicle under shields fitted

Pass 8 Jun 2021 147,800 miles

Covers and under tray fitted

Pass 2 Dec 2019 146,190 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 145,998 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 145,209 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 144,393 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 143,702 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 142,654 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 140,480 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 137,205 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 120,947 miles

front tyres wearing on inside edges

Pass 15 Oct 2009 107,991 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Nov 2008 94,660 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 13 Nov 2008 94,660 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 20 Sep 2007 75,203 miles

both rear tyres worn

front brake disc look worn

front brake pads look low

Pass 6 Sep 2006 583,461 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)

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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M3 EXM is a 2002 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 M3 EXM, 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 M3 EXM registered?

M3 EXM is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 17 September 2002.

Is M3 EXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M3 EXM shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M3 EXM have outstanding finance?

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