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RG51 CJF

2002 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

139,150 mi
Last recorded139,150 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRG51 CJF
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2018 139,150 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 126,247 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 25 Jul 2017 126,246 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 114,476 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2016 114,426 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 104,060 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 92,661 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 84,981 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 76,803 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Aug 2011 67,983 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 29 Jul 2010 53,904 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2010 53,904 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 50,039 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 47,532 miles

Cut in NSR tyre sidewall bufer rib.

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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)

Oil leak

Pass 27 Jul 2007 45,835 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 42,804 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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RG51 CJF is a 2002 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 RG51 CJF, 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 RG51 CJF registered?

RG51 CJF is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 26 February 2002.

Is RG51 CJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RG51 CJF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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