BMW 318 I MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the BMW 318 I. Check any 318 I by registration number below.

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91.1%

Avg Pass Rate

+1.2%

vs BMW Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

BMW 318 I — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW 318 I has an average MOT pass rate of 91.1%, which is 1.2 percentage points above the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 318 I is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used BMW 318 I, 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 318 I performs at MOT across different model years.

2011

Based on 120 vehicles

95.8%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

2010

Based on 153 vehicles

95.4%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

2009

Based on 209 vehicles

93.8%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

2008

Based on 388 vehicles

95.4%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 10yr

171k mi

2007

Based on 528 vehicles

91.1%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 5yr

112k mi

Mileage at 10yr

136k mi

2006

Based on 616 vehicles

90.9%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 10yr

143k mi

2005

Based on 215 vehicles

89.8%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

2004

Based on 345 vehicles

90.4%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

2003

Based on 411 vehicles

90.3%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

2002

Based on 548 vehicles

91.2%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

2001

Based on 386 vehicles

90.4%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

2000

Based on 451 vehicles

90.9%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 10yr

167k mi

1999

Based on 484 vehicles

92.4%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

1998

Based on 495 vehicles

92.5%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

1997

Based on 304 vehicles

86.5%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

1996

Based on 310 vehicles

88.4%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

1995

Based on 248 vehicles

88.3%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

1994

Based on 188 vehicles

87.8%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

1993

Based on 127 vehicles

90.6%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

1992

Based on 201 vehicles

90.0%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

1991

Based on 165 vehicles

94.5%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

1990

Based on 85 vehicles

87.1%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

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82.4% pass rate

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See detailed fault analysis for BMW 318 I

BMW 318 I — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW 318 I MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW 318 I?

The average MOT pass rate for the BMW 318 I is 91.1% 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 318 I?

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

Is the BMW 318 I reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 91.1%, the BMW 318 I 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 318 I?

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 318 I?

Typical mileage for the BMW 318 I: 170,851 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 318 I to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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