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AM02 RTZ

2002 BMW M3

Yellow Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

56,946 mi
Last recorded56,946 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM02 RTZ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 56,946 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 56,946 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 56,946 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 56,946 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 56,945 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 56,945 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 56,946 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 56,847 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 56,185 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 56,178 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 55,556 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 51,272 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2014 51,272 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 42,419 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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)

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

Slight corrosion on rear discs

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 31 Jul 2013 42,419 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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)

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Slight corrosion on rear discs

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jul 2012 37,709 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 34,299 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 32,455 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2010 32,439 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2009 30,535 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 28,054 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 26,899 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 RTZ is a 2002 BMW M3 in Yellow with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 AM02 RTZ, 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 AM02 RTZ?

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What year was AM02 RTZ registered?

AM02 RTZ is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 10 August 2002.

Is AM02 RTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM02 RTZ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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