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2002 BMW M3 3.2L Petrol · M3 UWY

M3 UWY

2002 BMW M3 (3.2L, petrol). First registered 01/09/2002. Recorded mileage 83,864 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model
BMW M3
Year / Origin
2002 · Manchester
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 16/12/2025
Road Tax
SORN
Recorded Mileage
83,864 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 3.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 16/12/2025
Tax Status
SORN
Statutory Off Road (SORN)
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 vehicle presents a high standard of roadworthiness, demonstrating a consistently stable maintenance trend over the last five years. The most recent inspection conducted in December 2024 at 83,864 miles passed with no defects or advisories recorded. This clean record across multiple annual tests suggests that the vehicle has been maintained to a high standard and that critical mechanical components are not currently showing signs of imminent terminal failure or structural degradation. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,500 miles per year. Between November 2022 and December 2024, the car covered only 3,325 miles, indicating a period of very light use or that the vehicle may have remained stationary for extended durations. While this low mileage reduces typical wear on the drivetrain and engine internals, it often introduces risks related to age-related perish of rubber components, seals, and fluid breakdown, which are not always captured by a standard MOT test. Despite the lack of recorded MOT faults, a prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection focusing on components susceptible to low-mileage storage. Particular attention should be paid to suspension bushes, control arms, and shock absorbers for signs of cracking or per due to age. The braking system should be checked for seized calipers or corroded discs which can occur with infrequent use. Given the vehicle's age, verifying the structural integrity of the chassis and subframes for corrosion is essential, as the low mileage does not prevent hidden rust over time.

M3 UWY Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 11/12/2024
  • 83,864 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 Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
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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.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
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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.

M3 UWY Mileage History

  1. 22/11/202183,177 mi
  2. 28/11/202283,539 mi+362 mi
  3. 16/12/202383,680 mi+141 mi
  4. 11/12/202483,864 mi+184 mi

Average of roughly 225 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

M3 UWY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 19 Jun 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 BMW M3 (M3 UWY) between November 2021 and December 2024.

The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY