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RL02 NRF

2002 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

126,052 mi
Last recorded126,052 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL02 NRF
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2016 126,052 miles

engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2015 117,993 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 105,134 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 105,134 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 15 May 2013 89,821 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 May 2012 84,022 miles

both rear tyres are wearing very low=nsf tyre wearing low=nsf brake binding=osf headlight level switch broken

Pass 20 May 2011 77,356 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 72,588 miles

slight damage to nearside front tyre wall

Pass 6 Aug 2009 66,116 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 61,063 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 55,661 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 50,559 miles

near side front tyre outer side wall has slight damage

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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RL02 NRF is a 2002 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 RL02 NRF, 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 RL02 NRF registered?

RL02 NRF is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 30 July 2002.

Is RL02 NRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL02 NRF shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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