2002 BMW M3 3.2L Petrol · T50 DAX

The vehicle presents a highly stable roadworthiness profile, demonstrating a consistent maintenance trend following a specific mechanical failure. After a single failure in August 2022, the car has passed three consecutive annual inspections without recorded defects or advisories. The most recent test in August 2025 at 100,980 miles confirms that the vehicle currently meets all statutory requirements, suggesting that previous mechanical issues were rectified and subsequent upkeep has remained diligent. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a vehicle of 24 years, averaging approximately 4,200 miles per annum. The data shows very consistent usage between 2022 and 2025, with the car covering only 1,745 miles between the 2024 and 2025 tests. While this low mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, the long intervals between tests may mask age-related degradation of rubber components, seals, and fluids which can dry out or perish irrespective of the low distance driven. A physical inspection should focus on the offside rear drive shaft area, where a split CV boot caused a failure at 99,052 miles. Although the vehicle passed since, a buyer must verify that the CV joint remains free of grease leakage and excessive play. Given the age of the vehicle and low usage, the inspector should also scrutinize the chassis for structural corrosion and the suspension bushes for signs of cracking, as these components often fail due to time and exposure rather than high-mileage friction.