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2002 BMW M3 3.2L Petrol · LA51 OTC

LA51 OTC

2002 BMW M3 (3.2L, petrol). First registered 01/01/2002. Recorded mileage 152,955 miles. MOT valid until 27/05/2027. Taxed until 01/06/2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
BMW M3
Year / Origin
2002 · Stanmore (North London)
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 27/05/2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01/06/2027)
Recorded Mileage
152,955 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 3.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

Action Required

Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 27/05/2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/06/2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2002
Engine
3246cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The most recent MOT on 2026-05-29 was a clean pass at 152,955 miles, with no defects recorded. This follows four prior consecutive passes from 2022 to 2025, all with no defects noted. The vehicle has maintained consistent performance across its last five MOTs, showing no emerging issues over nearly four years of testing. The pattern is stable—no warning signs of deteriorating condition, and no recurring or escalating faults have been reported. Mileage stands at 152,955 on a 24-year-old car, averaging about 6,373 miles per year. This is within the expected range for a vehicle of this age, suggesting regular use rather than long-term storage. There’s no indication of sudden spikes in mileage or extended periods of inactivity that might suggest neglect or inconsistent operation. While the history shows no red flags, the absence of defects does not guarantee mechanical health beyond what was tested. The MOT process does not cover every component, especially those prone to gradual wear like suspension bushes, steering linkages, or drivetrain internals. For a buyer, the most critical checks should be performed in person: inspect the condition of the suspension and steering components for play or wear, examine the exhaust system for rust or damage, check the condition of the engine mounts, and verify the state of the cooling system and timing chain (if applicable).

LA51 OTC Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 29/05/2026
  • 152,955 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.

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
80
/ 100 · Good
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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.

✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
✗ Outstanding recall notice
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Reliability & Known Issues

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.

LA51 OTC Mileage History

  1. 21/10/2022152,572 mi
  2. 12/10/2023152,767 mi+195 mi
  3. 08/11/2024152,811 mi+44 mi
  4. 30/06/2025152,885 mi+74 mi
  5. 29/05/2026152,955 mi+70 mi

Average of roughly 106 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

LA51 OTC MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Jun 2026, 20:32
MOT Analysis

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 (LA51 OTC) between October 2022 and May 2026.

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.

PASS
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ADVISORY