2002 BMW M3 3.2L Petrol · EY02 PMO
2002 BMW M3 (3.2L, petrol). First registered 01/03/2002. Recorded mileage 53,393 miles. MOT valid until 09/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Chelmsford
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 53,393 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2002
- Engine
- 3246cc
EY02 PMO Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/03/2026
- 53,393 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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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.
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.
EY02 PMO Mileage History
- 10/03/202653,393 mi
- 10/03/202653,393 mi
Average of roughly 0 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
EY02 PMO 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 (EY02 PMO) between March 2026 and March 2026.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 10 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (EY02 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as EY02PMO.
FORD
MONDEO
FORD
PUMA
FORD
FOCUS
FORD
PUMA
FORD
FOCUS
BMW
I5 EDRIVE40 M SPORT
FORD
ECOSPORT
FORD
RANGER
FORD
FIESTA
VOLKSWAGEN
GOLF
VOLKSWAGEN
BORA
VOLKSWAGEN
GOLF