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SH02 SAR

2002 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

52,980 mi
Last recorded52,980 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2022
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH02 SAR
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2022 52,980 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2022 50,786 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 49,475 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2020 47,769 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 44,133 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 39,536 miles

offside front tyre damaged on sidewall

offside rear tyre damaged on sidewall

Pass 18 Jan 2017 37,397 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 34,844 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 32,729 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 29,265 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2013 26,274 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Jan 2013 26,274 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 23,726 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 21,165 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 18,614 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 15,641 miles

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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SH02 SAR is a 2002 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 SH02 SAR, 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 SH02 SAR?

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What year was SH02 SAR registered?

SH02 SAR is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 26 July 2002.

Is SH02 SAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH02 SAR shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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