2002 BMW M3 3.2L Petrol · CA02 LUZ
2002 BMW M3 (3.2L, petrol). First registered 19 Jun 2002. Recorded mileage 71,366 miles. MOT expired on 30 Sept 2022.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Cardiff
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 30 Sept 2022
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 71,366 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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This vehicle has not had an MOT in the past 5 years. Mechanical analysis was skipped.
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CA02 LUZ Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/10/2021
- 71,366 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
CA02 LUZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 BMW M3 (CA02 LUZ) between October 2021 and October 2021.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 01 October 2021 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
CA02 LUZ Mileage History
- 01/10/202171,366 mi
- 01/10/202171,366 mi
Average of roughly 0 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for BMW M3
Our database tracks 6 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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Common Problems: BMW M3
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Cooling System Overhaul (E36 / E46)(Serious)
Older M3s share BMW's habit of treating expansion tanks, radiators, hoses, and water pumps as consumables. Overheating one can quickly become an engine rebuild conversation.
- Rear Subframe / Floor Cracking(Serious)
The rear floor can crack around the subframe mounts on hard-driven cars, especially E46 M3s. Proper reinforcement is the lasting fix.
- Rod Bearing Wear(Serious)
S54 and S65 cars are well known for rod-bearing wear, especially if oil changes have been stretched or the cars have seen regular track use. Left too long, the engine can destroy itself.
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- Cooling System Overhaul (E36 / E46)Serious
Older M3s share BMW's habit of treating expansion tanks, radiators, hoses, and water pumps as consumables. Overheating one can quickly become an engine rebuild conversation.
- Rear Subframe / Floor CrackingSerious
The rear floor can crack around the subframe mounts on hard-driven cars, especially E46 M3s. Proper reinforcement is the lasting fix.
- Rod Bearing WearSerious
S54 and S65 cars are well known for rod-bearing wear, especially if oil changes have been stretched or the cars have seen regular track use. Left too long, the engine can destroy itself.
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