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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the BMW 3er Reihe. Check any 3er Reihe by registration number below.

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94.3%

Avg Pass Rate

+4.4%

vs BMW Avg

8

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

BMW 3er Reihe — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW 3er Reihe has an average MOT pass rate of 94.3%, which is 4.4 percentage points above the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 3er Reihe is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used BMW 3er Reihe, 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 3er Reihe performs at MOT across different model years.

2011

Based on 131 vehicles

100.0%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%

2010

Based on 124 vehicles

95.2%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%

2009

Based on 92 vehicles

91.3%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%

2008

Based on 130 vehicles

95.4%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%

2007

Based on 194 vehicles

95.4%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%

2006

Based on 154 vehicles

92.2%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%

2003

Based on 64 vehicles

90.6%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%

2002

Based on 55 vehicles

94.5%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%

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Compare MOT reliability across BMW models.

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87.3% pass rate

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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 3er Reihe

BMW 3er Reihe — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW 3er Reihe MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW 3er Reihe?
The average MOT pass rate for the BMW 3er Reihe is 94.3% 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 3er Reihe?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the BMW 3er Reihe reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 94.3%, the BMW 3er Reihe 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 3er Reihe?
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 3er Reihe?
Mileage data for the BMW 3er Reihe is available in the detailed breakdown on this page.

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