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S3 CAX

2002 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

112,620 mi
Last recorded112,620 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2012
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS3 CAX
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2012 112,620 miles

o/s/r brake disc corroded

Pass 8 Apr 2011 108,260 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 82,814 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 78,226 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 76,664 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 71,251 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 68,654 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2005 54,228 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2005 54,228 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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S3 CAX is a 2002 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 S3 CAX, 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 S3 CAX?

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What year was S3 CAX registered?

S3 CAX is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 12 September 2002.

Is S3 CAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S3 CAX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S3 CAX have outstanding finance?

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