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YF02 WPW

2002 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

56,456 mi
Last recorded56,456 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2014
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF02 WPW
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2014 56,456 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 52,690 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 50,838 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2011 50,838 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 31 Jul 2010 46,689 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 40,079 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 36,019 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2008 36,019 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2007 31,689 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 26,515 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)

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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YF02 WPW is a 2002 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 YF02 WPW, 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 YF02 WPW?

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What year was YF02 WPW registered?

YF02 WPW is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 5 July 2002.

Is YF02 WPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF02 WPW shows 10 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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