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MFZ 3905

2002 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

99,519 mi
Last recorded99,519 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2022
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMFZ 3905
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2022 99,519 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 99,376 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 99,126 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 98,245 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 96,447 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 94,663 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 92,276 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 90,124 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 89,113 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Mar 2013 88,997 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 83,794 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

screen damage

Pass 29 Mar 2011 77,467 miles

unable to see rear coil srings fully

Fail 23 Mar 2011 77,399 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

unable to fully see rear coil springs

Pass 1 Mar 2010 70,471 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 64,921 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2009 64,921 miles

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2008 57,374 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 50,193 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2006 43,545 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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MFZ 3905 is a 2002 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 MFZ 3905, 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 MFZ 3905?

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What year was MFZ 3905 registered?

MFZ 3905 is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 4 January 2002.

Is MFZ 3905 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MFZ 3905 shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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