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YL51 WHM

2002 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

70,997 mi
Last recorded70,997 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2022
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL51 WHM
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2022 70,997 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 70,954 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 70,897 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 70,656 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 70,574 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 70,516 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 70,479 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 70,428 miles

the front brakes are binding need attention

Pass 6 Nov 2013 70,387 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Nov 2012 70,295 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Nov 2011 70,123 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 63,659 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2010 63,539 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 12 Nov 2009 56,103 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 17 Sep 2008 47,099 miles

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

Fail 15 Sep 2008 47,038 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2007 37,810 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2007 37,810 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2006 32,453 miles

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.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
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YL51 WHM is a 2002 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 YL51 WHM, 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

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What year was YL51 WHM registered?

YL51 WHM is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 11 January 2002.

Is YL51 WHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL51 WHM shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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