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AM02 NSY

2002 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

80,995 mi
Last recorded80,995 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM02 NSY
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 80,995 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 80,882 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 30 Jul 2024 80,879 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 80,092 miles

rear exhaust silencer and centre pipe mounting flanges missing on outer pipe of pair, system still supported

rear exhaust silencer and centre pipe mounting flanges on inner pipe of pair broken, system still supported

Fail 15 Jun 2017 80,092 miles

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

rear exhaust silencer and centre pipe mounting flanges missing on outer pipe of pair, system still supported

rear exhaust silencer and centre pipe mounting flanges on inner pipe of pair broken, system still supported

Pass 13 Jun 2016 77,126 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 13 Jun 2015 75,494 miles

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 71,142 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 67,496 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

offside front tyre perished and cracked

Pass 12 Jun 2012 64,660 miles

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

Offside Rear Panhard rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

offside front headlamp self levelling device bracket broken

offside washer not working but nearside washer produces sufficient liquid to clear windscreen

Pass 14 Jun 2011 61,087 miles

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

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

rear brake discs corroded

small bulges in near side front tyre innner side wall

Fail 14 Jun 2011 61,087 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

rear brake discs corroded

small bulges in near side front tyre innner side wall

Pass 17 Mar 2010 58,665 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2010 58,661 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2009 54,179 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 49,425 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 44,474 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2007 44,474 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Pass 21 Feb 2006 31,894 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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AM02 NSY 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 73.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AM02 NSY, 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 AM02 NSY registered?

AM02 NSY is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 24 June 2002.

Is AM02 NSY safe to buy?

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