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M50 DYE

2002 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

64,621 mi
Last recorded64,621 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM50 DYE
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2016 64,621 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2016 64,621 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 May 2015 61,581 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 59,719 miles

airbag light on

Pass 14 Jun 2011 52,320 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 46,585 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2010 46,585 miles

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 37,902 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 32,358 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 29,332 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 14 Aug 2006 21,797 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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M50 DYE is a 2002 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 M50 DYE, 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 M50 DYE registered?

M50 DYE is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 9 January 2002.

Is M50 DYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for M50 DYE shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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