BMW 320 D MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the BMW 320 D. Check any 320 D by registration number below.

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93.2%

Avg Pass Rate

+3.3%

vs BMW Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

BMW 320 D — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW 320 D has an average MOT pass rate of 93.2%, which is 3.3 percentage points above the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 320 D is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Typical mileage for the 320 D is around 166,212 miles at 5 years. When evaluating a used 320 D, 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 320 D, 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 320 D performs at MOT across different model years.

2020

Based on 62 vehicles

98.4%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 5yr

160k mi

2019

Based on 70 vehicles

95.7%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 5yr

143k mi

2017

Based on 111 vehicles

99.1%Excellent

Based on 795 vehicles

97.0%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 3yr

72k mi

Mileage at 5yr

166k mi

Mileage at 10yr

227k mi

2012

Based on 1,213 vehicles

94.9%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 3yr

75k mi

Mileage at 5yr

130k mi

2011

Based on 721 vehicles

95.7%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 5yr

Based on 2,397 vehicles

93.8%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 10yr

189k mi

2002

Based on 1,724 vehicles

92.3%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 10yr

192k mi

2001

Based on 947 vehicles

91.8%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 10yr

206k mi

2000

Based on 668 vehicles

92.2%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 10yr

204k mi

1999

Based on 332 vehicles

91.3%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 10yr

175k mi

1998

Based on 101 vehicles

87.1%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

0

Based on 15 vehicles

60.0%Below Average

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 5yr

100k mi

Typical Mileage — BMW 320 D

Average mileage readings recorded at MOT tests for the 2013 model year range. Use these benchmarks to evaluate a used 320 D.

At 3 Years

72,066

miles

At 5 Years

166,212

miles

At 10 Years

227,059

miles

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Useful MOT Guides

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Advisory vs Failure

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See detailed fault analysis for BMW 320 D

BMW 320 D — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW 320 D MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW 320 D?

The average MOT pass rate for the BMW 320 D is 93.2% 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 320 D?

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

Is the BMW 320 D reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 93.2%, the BMW 320 D 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 320 D?

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 320 D?

Typical mileage for the BMW 320 D: 159,890 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 320 D to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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