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M6 MSV

2002 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

48,504 mi
Last recorded48,504 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM6 MSV
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 48,504 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 47,824 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 47,180 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 46,658 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 46,233 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 45,389 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 43,550 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 41,640 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

oil leak from diff

Pass 16 Feb 2017 39,694 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear diff seal leaking

Pass 19 Feb 2016 37,240 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 19 Feb 2015 35,505 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Feb 2014 34,338 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2013 33,447 miles

Front inner brake pads worn close to wear sensor.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle battery has been resecured with clamp provided.

Fail 28 Feb 2013 33,447 miles

Front inner brake pads worn close to wear sensor.

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle battery has been resecured with clamp provided.

Pass 13 Oct 2011 30,543 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 28,132 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 24,946 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 20,852 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 Nov 2007 17,334 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Pass 8 Nov 2006 13,292 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2005 10,835 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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M6 MSV is a 2002 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc 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 M6 MSV, 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 M6 MSV registered?

M6 MSV is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 17 December 2002.

Is M6 MSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M6 MSV 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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