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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the BMW M135. Check any M135 by registration number below.

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90.9%

Avg Pass Rate

+1.0%

vs BMW Avg

5

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

BMW M135 — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW M135 has an average MOT pass rate of 90.9%, which is 1.0 percentage points above the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the M135 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used BMW M135, 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 M135 performs at MOT across different model years.

2016

Based on 116 vehicles

85.3%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

3.8%

Retest Rate

16.7%

2015

Based on 78 vehicles

96.2%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

1.7%

Retest Rate

1.7%

2014

Based on 58 vehicles

89.7%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

10.4%

Mileage at 10yr

129k mi

2013

Based on 70 vehicles

97.1%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

3.4%

Mileage at 10yr

90k mi

0

Based on 103 vehicles

86.4%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 5yr

59k mi

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Nearside Outer

2.6%

Rear Offside Inner

0.9%

Front Nearside

0.9%

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 M135

BMW M135 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW M135 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW M135?
The average MOT pass rate for the BMW M135 is 90.9% 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 M135?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the BMW M135 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 90.9%, the BMW M135 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 M135?
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 M135?
Typical mileage for the BMW M135: 129,239 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used M135 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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