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RX02 XBN

2002 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

113,322 mi
Last recorded113,322 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2013
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX02 XBN
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2013 113,322 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 111,415 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 103,212 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 96,196 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2009 87,527 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 13,669 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 59,404 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 59,404 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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 XBN is a 2002 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 XBN, 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 RX02 XBN registered?

RX02 XBN is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is RX02 XBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX02 XBN shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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