MOT Status
ValidMileage
157,031 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Nearside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
Nearside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
rear brake pads getting low
number plates no markings
Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
number plates no markings
Front registration plate displaying an unacceptable symbol or flag on a dual purpose plate (6.3.5)
Front registration plate not displaying a BSAU 145d marking (6.3.3b)
Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Rear registration plate displaying an unacceptable symbol or flag on a dual purpose plate (6.3.5)
Rear registration plate not displaying a BSAU 145d marking (6.3.3b)
How Reliable is the BMW M3?
Based on 440,678 MOT tests across 34,038 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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Y5 EKO is a 2002 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.
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 Y5 EKO, 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.
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What year was Y5 EKO registered?
Y5 EKO is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 16 March 2002.
Is Y5 EKO safe to buy?
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