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M3 FAM

2002 BMW M3

Yellow Petrol 3244cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

74,645 mi
Last recorded74,645 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM3 FAM
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,244cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 74,645 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2025 74,611 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 3 Feb 2024 74,538 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 19 Apr 2022 74,173 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 23 Feb 2021 73,095 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 72,603 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 72,450 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 72,094 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 71,976 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (3.5.1i)

Rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 27 Feb 2015 65,328 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2015 65,328 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2014 64,898 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 60,987 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 60,611 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 59,314 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 58,343 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 57,321 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 56,356 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 54,162 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 45,567 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2005 32,373 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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M3 FAM is a 2002 BMW M3 in Yellow with a 3,244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 FAM, 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 M3 FAM?

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What year was M3 FAM registered?

M3 FAM is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 1 July 2002.

Is M3 FAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M3 FAM shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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