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YC02 RWK

2002 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

186,210 mi
Last recorded186,210 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC02 RWK
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 186,210 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 185,109 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2024 183,809 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2022 179,679 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 175,834 miles

Nearside Front tyre inner edge wearing and tread starting to get close to wear indicators

Nearside Rear tyre tread starting to get close to wear indicators

Offside Front tyre inner edge wearing and tread starting to get close to wear indicators

Offside Rear tyre tread starting to get close to wear indicators

fuel cap sealing ring slight cracking

hazard lights flash fast

Pass 9 Jan 2021 172,052 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 162,506 miles

Nearside Rear tyre tread getting low

Pass 10 Jul 2018 156,935 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 147,204 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)

under trays fitted

Pass 12 Jul 2016 137,282 miles

all four brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 9 Nov 2013 137,013 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2012 127,523 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 119,712 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

n/s/rear brake disc worn

Fail 4 Oct 2011 119,712 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

n/s/rear brake disc worn

Pass 8 Nov 2010 111,169 miles

o/s/front suspension sensor broken off

Pass 10 Nov 2009 100,670 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 84,265 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2007 63,504 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 42,458 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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YC02 RWK is a 2002 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 YC02 RWK, 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 YC02 RWK?

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What year was YC02 RWK registered?

YC02 RWK is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 14 May 2002.

Is YC02 RWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC02 RWK shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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