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MU51 BMW

2002 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

139,056 mi
Last recorded139,056 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2022
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMU51 BMW
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2022 139,056 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 131,134 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2020 126,028 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 124,282 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 114,005 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 100,952 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 92,070 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2014 79,628 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)

Fail 12 Sep 2014 79,628 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2013 78,392 miles

rear tyres wearing on edges

Fail 4 Feb 2013 78,378 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Jan 2012 74,626 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2012 74,620 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 4 Jan 2011 70,248 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2010 65,653 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2009 62,128 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2009 62,126 miles

Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 14 Jan 2008 55,637 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 32,600 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2006 32,600 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2005 24,214 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)

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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MU51 BMW is a 2002 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 MU51 BMW, 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 MU51 BMW registered?

MU51 BMW is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 4 October 2002.

Is MU51 BMW safe to buy?

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