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AM51 UAC

2002 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3426cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

112,527 mi
Last recorded112,527 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2015
Typical for 2002 BMW M377,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM51 UAC
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,426cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2015 112,527 miles

front tyres are worn on outer edges offside front rim is slightly damaged rear silencer clamps are corroded

Pass 3 Apr 2014 106,842 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 97,359 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Front windows tinted.

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jun 2012 95,183 miles

Both front tyres wearing on outer edges.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jun 2011 89,547 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front tyres wearing on outer edges.

N/S/R Tyre wearing on inner edge.

Nearside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 85,049 miles

N/S/F Tyre wearing on inner edge.

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 30 May 2009 82,332 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 77,383 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 72,435 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 72,435 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 67,954 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 67,790 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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AM51 UAC is a 2002 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,426cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 AM51 UAC, 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 AM51 UAC?

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What year was AM51 UAC registered?

AM51 UAC is a 2002 BMW M3, first registered on 14 January 2002.

Is AM51 UAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM51 UAC shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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