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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Bmw I I3S. Check any I3S by registration number below.

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97.3%

Avg Pass Rate

-0.3%

vs Bmw I Avg

2

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Bmw I I3S — MOT Reliability Overview

The Bmw I I3S has an average MOT pass rate of 97.3%, which is 0.3 percentage points below the Bmw I brand average of 97.6%. This is a strong result, indicating that the I3S is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Bmw I I3S, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Bmw I I3S performs at MOT across different model years.

2020

Based on 54 vehicles

96.3%Excellent
Bmw I average: 97.6%
Mileage at 5yr

42k mi

2019

Based on 64 vehicles

98.4%Excellent
Bmw I average: 97.6%
Mileage at 5yr

57k mi

Other Bmw I Models

Compare MOT reliability across Bmw I models.

Bmw I I3

97.4% pass rate

Bmw I I3 (bmwi-1)

100.0% pass rate

Bmw I I3s (bmwi-1)

96.2% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Bmw I I3S

Bmw I I3S — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Bmw I I3S MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Bmw I I3S?
The average MOT pass rate for the Bmw I I3S is 97.3% compared to the Bmw I average of 97.6%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Bmw I I3S?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Bmw I I3S reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 97.3%, the Bmw I I3S is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Bmw I I3S?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Bmw I I3S?
Typical mileage for the Bmw I I3S: 41,715 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used I3S to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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