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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the BMW 425. Check any 425 by registration number below.

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87.8%

Avg Pass Rate

-2.1%

vs BMW Avg

4

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

BMW 425 — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW 425 has an average MOT pass rate of 87.8%, which is 2.1 percentage points below the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 425 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used BMW 425, 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 425 performs at MOT across different model years.

2016

Based on 75 vehicles

85.3%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

5.8%

Retest Rate

23.1%

2015

Based on 422 vehicles

86.3%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

6.0%

Retest Rate

15.0%

Mileage at 10yr

167k mi

2014

Based on 163 vehicles

90.2%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

1.8%

Retest Rate

5.5%

Mileage at 10yr

147k mi

0

Based on 261 vehicles

89.3%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 5yr

80k mi

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear Offside

4.0%

Front Nearside

4.0%

Nearside

4.0%

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 425

BMW 425 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW 425 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW 425?
The average MOT pass rate for the BMW 425 is 87.8% 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 425?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the BMW 425 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 87.8%, the BMW 425 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 425?
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 425?
Typical mileage for the BMW 425: 167,364 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 425 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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