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MCZ 4825

2002 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

93,704 mi
Last recorded93,704 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCZ 4825
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 93,704 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2025 90,104 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 88,244 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 84,463 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 83,979 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 81,594 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2016 81,594 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 77,661 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 71,473 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 63,951 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 59,805 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 53,800 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 53,282 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 51,918 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 46,882 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 41,018 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 35,889 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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MCZ 4825 is a 2002 BMW M3 in Blue 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 MCZ 4825, 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 MCZ 4825?

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What year was MCZ 4825 registered?

MCZ 4825 is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is MCZ 4825 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MCZ 4825 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.

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