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BMW 390 L MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the BMW 390 L. Check any 390 L by registration number below.

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96.7%

Avg Pass Rate

+6.8%

vs BMW Avg

5

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

BMW 390 L — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW 390 L has an average MOT pass rate of 96.7%, which is 6.8 percentage points above the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 390 L is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used BMW 390 L, 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 390 L performs at MOT across different model years.

2009

Based on 152 vehicles

94.1%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 10yr

207k mi

2008

Based on 168 vehicles

95.8%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 10yr

220k mi

2007

Based on 239 vehicles

97.5%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%

2006

Based on 270 vehicles

98.1%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%

2005

Based on 94 vehicles

97.9%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 390 L

BMW 390 L — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW 390 L MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW 390 L?
The average MOT pass rate for the BMW 390 L is 96.7% 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 390 L?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the BMW 390 L reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 96.7%, the BMW 390 L 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 390 L?
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 390 L?
Typical mileage for the BMW 390 L: 206,904 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 390 L to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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