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W16 STA

2002 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

139,678 mi
Last recorded139,678 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW16 STA
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 7 Jan 2026 139,678 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2025 135,937 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2024 131,446 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 126,246 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2022 121,096 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2021 115,587 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2020 110,650 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2019 104,681 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 100,909 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 95,794 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 93,454 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2014 91,725 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 88,800 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 82,099 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 79,723 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 75,837 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 68,591 miles

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Pass 8 Jul 2008 61,611 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 54,359 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 47,477 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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W16 STA 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 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 W16 STA, 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 W16 STA?

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What year was W16 STA registered?

W16 STA is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 16 October 2002.

Is W16 STA safe to buy?

The MOT history for W16 STA shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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