CarVerify

Free Car Check

VE51 OOD

2002 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2021
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

150,705 mi
Last recorded150,705 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2020
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE51 OOD
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass
Pass 26 Aug 2020 150,705 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 148,850 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 145,805 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 141,304 miles

under trays covering under side of vehicle

Pass 1 Apr 2016 135,001 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both tyres wearing inside edges (4.1.E.1)

Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

both outer sills covered by body kit

under trays covering under side of vehicle

Pass 12 Mar 2015 129,214 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

nearside front tyre,inner rim saver damaged

Pass 14 Mar 2014 124,306 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 119,416 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 114,389 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 104,986 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 97,434 miles

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

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

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

brake warning light on dash

Pass 5 Feb 2009 89,558 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 1 Feb 2008 81,613 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 68,156 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 53,859 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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
Full BMW M3 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

VE51 OOD is a 2002 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VE51 OOD, 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 VE51 OOD?

You can check the full history of VE51 OOD by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VE51 OOD registered?

VE51 OOD is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 25 January 2002.

Is VE51 OOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE51 OOD shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VE51 OOD have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on VE51 OOD. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.