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RY02 HJE

2002 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

81,488 mi
Last recorded81,488 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY02 HJE
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 81,488 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 81,472 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 81,463 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 81,455 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 81,447 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2021 81,447 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 81,294 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Aug 2018 81,294 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jun 2016 81,247 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 81,156 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 80,990 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 79,087 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 76,550 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 75,676 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2009 73,980 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 73,980 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 71,983 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 71,297 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 69,299 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rear brake discs outer faces coroded

slight hand brake travel

small cut n/s/f outer tyre wall

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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RY02 HJE is a 2002 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 RY02 HJE, 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 RY02 HJE?

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What year was RY02 HJE registered?

RY02 HJE is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 24 July 2002.

Is RY02 HJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY02 HJE shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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