2017 BMW M2 3.0L Petrol · E2 TPC
2017 BMW M2 (3.0L, petrol). First registered 01/05/2017. Recorded mileage 33,355 miles. MOT valid until 03/12/2026. Taxed until 01/12/2026.
- Make & Model
- BMW M2
- Year / Origin
- 2017 · Chelmsford
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03/12/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/12/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 33,355 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2017
- Engine
- 2979cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
E2 TPC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/12/2025
- 33,355 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
E2 TPC Mileage History
- 27/01/20227,952 mi
- 19/01/202316,130 mi+8,178 mi
- 17/01/202423,546 mi+7,416 mi
- 04/12/202428,389 mi+4,843 mi
- 01/12/202533,355 mi+4,966 mi
Average of roughly 6,609 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
E2 TPC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2017 BMW M2 (E2 TPC) between January 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
Expert automotive synthesis from historical MOT defect records and market benchmarks.
Our Verdict
A strong candidate for buyers seeking a low-mileage example of this high-performance model. The MOT history shows a consistent track record of passing without defects over the last five years.
Given the high-performance nature of the 2,979cc petrol engine, priority should be placed on verifying the service history to ensure oil changes have been performed at the correct intervals. While the MOT history is clean, an MOT certificate only confirms the vehicle met minimum safety standards on a specific day; it does not confirm the mechanical health of the engine or drivetrain.
As a 3.0-litre performance vehicle, running costs will be higher than a standard hatchback. Expect higher fuel consumption and insurance premiums consistent with the M2's performance bracket. Maintenance costs for BMW M-division components, such as specialised tyres and brake pads, tend to be higher than standard BMW models.
While this specific vehicle has no recorded MOT failures, the aggregate data for this model suggests monitoring tyres, exhaust components, and coil springs, as these are common failure points across the wider sample of 3,885 vehicles. For this specific blue M2, check the condition of the tyre tread and sidewalls, as well as any signs of exhaust corrosion or suspension noise during a test drive.
This 2017 BMW M2, finished in blue, presents with 33,355 miles recorded at its most recent MOT in December 2025. The vehicle's mileage is significantly lower than the model average of 5,959 miles per year, which would equate to roughly 53,631 miles for its age. The MOT history is notably clean, with no recorded failures or defects across five consecutive tests since its first recorded MOT in 2022.
The BMW M2 shows a high aggregate MOT pass rate of 91.5% across nearly 4,000 analysed vehicles.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
Data Sources
DVSA
Official MOT test logs & failure reasons
DVLA
Tax, registration & powertrain specs
Experian
Finance, stolen markers & total loss
AI Analysis
Historical fault & advisory patterns
Common Problems: BMW M2
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Rear Differential Noise / Mount Wear(Serious)
A whining rear differential or a heavy clonk when taking up drive is common on cars that have seen repeated launches or track work. Diff oil neglect and worn rear mounts make the problem worse.
- Front Suspension Arm / Top Mount Wear(Moderate)
The short wheelbase and stiff M chassis mean front tension struts, top mounts, and drop links take a beating on UK roads. Cars that have hit kerbs or potholes can feel nervous at motorway speed.
- Charge Pipe / Boost Leak Issues(Moderate)
N55 and S55-powered cars can develop boost leaks from cracked plastic charge pipes or split boost joints, especially on mapped cars. Power drops off sharply when this happens.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (E2TP Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as E2TPC.