BMW 187 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the BMW 187. Check any 187 by registration number below.

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96.1%

Avg Pass Rate

+6.2%

vs BMW Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

BMW 187 — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW 187 has an average MOT pass rate of 96.1%, which is 6.2 percentage points above the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 187 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Typical mileage for the 187 is around 104,328 miles at 5 years. When evaluating a used 187, compare the odometer reading against these benchmarks. Significantly lower mileage than expected could indicate a clocked vehicle — run a free mileage check to verify.

Before buying a used BMW 187, 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 187 performs at MOT across different model years.

2009

Based on 231 vehicles

97.4%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 5yr

78k mi

Mileage at 10yr

152k mi

2008

Based on 297 vehicles

95.3%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 3yr

51k mi

Mileage at 5yr

104k mi

Mileage at 10yr

154k mi

2007

Based on 278 vehicles

95.3%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 3yr

47k mi

Mileage at 5yr

98k mi

Mileage at 10yr

156k mi

2006

Based on 435 vehicles

94.7%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 5yr

115k mi

Mileage at 10yr

147k mi

2005

Based on 348 vehicles

98.3%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 5yr

102k mi

Mileage at 10yr

190k mi

2004

Based on 110 vehicles

95.5%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 10yr

152k mi

Typical Mileage — BMW 187

Average mileage readings recorded at MOT tests for the 2008 model year range. Use these benchmarks to evaluate a used 187.

At 3 Years

51,113

miles

At 5 Years

104,328

miles

At 10 Years

154,460

miles

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See detailed fault analysis for BMW 187

BMW 187 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW 187 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW 187?

The average MOT pass rate for the BMW 187 is 96.1% 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 187?

Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.

Is the BMW 187 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 96.1%, the BMW 187 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 187?

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 187?

Typical mileage for the BMW 187: 78,021 miles at 5 years, 152,039 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 187 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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