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M3 XSY

2002 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2021
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

101,614 mi
Last recorded101,614 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2020
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM3 XSY
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2020 101,614 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2020 101,614 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Mar 2019 100,665 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2019 100,645 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Mar 2018 97,342 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 94,100 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 92,385 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 86,505 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 86,505 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 May 2014 80,947 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 78,608 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Fail 11 Apr 2013 78,492 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 26 May 2012 76,061 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 70,883 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 66,332 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 66,305 miles

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 30 Apr 2009 62,793 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Play in nearside of steering rack

traction control light on

Pass 30 Apr 2009 62,793 miles

Play in nearside of steering rack

traction control light on

Pass 1 May 2008 57,101 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 54,078 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 XSY is a 2002 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XSY, 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 XSY registered?

M3 XSY is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 28 May 2002.

Is M3 XSY safe to buy?

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