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RX02 FOU

2002 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

119,926 mi
Last recorded119,926 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX02 FOU
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 119,926 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2024 118,790 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2023 115,563 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2022 111,120 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 103,705 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 99,139 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2020 99,139 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 96,155 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2018 95,738 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting fractured trackshion control (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2017 93,237 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 89,689 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 86,577 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2014 84,343 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2014 84,334 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2013 81,340 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 78,524 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 70,398 miles

nearside front tyre wheel protector curbed

Pass 7 Aug 2010 68,355 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 65,486 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 64,546 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 56,502 miles

all tyre outer side walls slightly damaged

Pass 13 Apr 2006 56,463 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2006 56,463 miles

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

all tyre outer walls damaged

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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RX02 FOU is a 2002 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 RX02 FOU, 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 RX02 FOU?

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What year was RX02 FOU registered?

RX02 FOU is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 16 April 2002.

Is RX02 FOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX02 FOU shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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