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5 EMS

2002 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi
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Vehicle Details

Registration5 EMS
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025
Pass 3 Aug 2024 55,168 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2023 54,904 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 54,773 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 54,584 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 54,341 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 53,808 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 52,069 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 50,871 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 47,393 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 45,055 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 45,007 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jun 2014 44,137 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 42,922 miles

front and rear brake discs worn

front and rear brake pads 4mm

n/s/f brake caliper slight sticking

Pass 24 May 2012 41,459 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 38,909 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 38,250 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 May 2009 36,807 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 36,773 miles

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

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

front brake pads appear low wheel off inspection advise

Pass 26 Jun 2008 33,194 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 28,895 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 26,421 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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5 EMS is a 2002 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 5 EMS, 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 5 EMS?

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What year was 5 EMS registered?

5 EMS is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 25 July 2002.

Is 5 EMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for 5 EMS shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 5 EMS have outstanding finance?

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