2002 BMW M3 3.2L Petrol · HT02 TXY
2002 BMW M3 (3.2L, petrol). First registered 20/08/2002. Recorded mileage 120,793 miles. MOT valid until 14/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Portsmouth
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14/11/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 120,793 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2002
- Engine
- 3246cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
HT02 TXY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/11/2025
- 120,793 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 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.
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HT02 TXY Mileage History
- 20/09/2023120,311 mi
- 23/09/2024120,662 mi+351 mi
- 25/09/2025120,777 mi+115 mi
- 05/11/2025120,790 mi+13 mi
- 15/11/2025120,793 mi+3 mi
Average of roughly 224 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
HT02 TXY 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 2002 BMW M3 (HT02 TXY) between September 2023 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 15 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures 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.
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