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VA02 PCU

2002 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

149,043 mi
Last recorded149,043 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2021
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA02 PCU
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2021 149,043 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 7 Nov 2020 147,817 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 146,254 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 23 Jun 2018 144,502 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2018 144,502 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2016 143,007 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 138,784 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 2 Dec 2015 138,784 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 9 Dec 2014 133,937 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 133,937 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 127,672 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2012 117,489 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Dec 2012 117,489 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 107,855 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 97,793 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 86,278 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 74,919 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2007 64,012 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Dec 2006 52,314 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2005 37,688 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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VA02 PCU is a 2002 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VA02 PCU, 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 VA02 PCU?

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What year was VA02 PCU registered?

VA02 PCU is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is VA02 PCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA02 PCU shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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