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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the BMW 120d. Check any 120d by registration number below.

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96.5%

Avg Pass Rate

+6.6%

vs BMW Avg

5

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

BMW 120d — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW 120d has an average MOT pass rate of 96.5%, which is 6.6 percentage points above the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 120d is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used BMW 120d, 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 120d performs at MOT across different model years.

2015

Based on 59 vehicles

98.3%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 10yr

137k mi

2008

Based on 73 vehicles

97.3%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%

2007

Based on 63 vehicles

96.8%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 10yr

181k mi

2006

Based on 83 vehicles

96.4%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 10yr

197k mi

2005

Based on 110 vehicles

93.6%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%

Other BMW Models

Compare MOT reliability across BMW models.

BMW 420d Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto

90.4% pass rate

BMW X2 Sdrive18d Sport

87.3% pass rate

BMW X2 Sdrive18d M Sport X Auto

87.0% pass rate

BMW 550

82.4% pass rate

BMW 316 I

89.0% pass rate

BMW 540i Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto

75.6% 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 120d

BMW 120d — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW 120d MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW 120d?
The average MOT pass rate for the BMW 120d is 96.5% compared to the BMW average of 89.9%. 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 120d?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the BMW 120d reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 96.5%, the BMW 120d 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 120d?
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 120d?
Typical mileage for the BMW 120d: 137,398 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 120d to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

Check Your BMW 120d's MOT History

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