41 Model Years Analyzed
BMW 316
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics
Average pass rate across all model years (1980-2023), based on 13,993 DVSA recorded tests.
80.6%
Average Pass Rate
41
Model Years
14k
Tests Analyzed
Most Tested Year
2014 BMW 316 MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures
Pass Rate by Year
1 tests
48 tests
392 tests
860 tests
592 tests
854 tests
1,881 tests
1,537 tests
559 tests
300 tests
422 tests
179 tests
8 tests
12 tests
9 tests
99 tests
1,067 tests
1,039 tests
592 tests
524 tests
414 tests
362 tests
349 tests
348 tests
280 tests
195 tests
139 tests
122 tests
61 tests
96 tests
224 tests
156 tests
72 tests
62 tests
33 tests
14 tests
6 tests
62 tests
19 tests
2 tests
2 tests
Most Common Failures Across All Years
- 1Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
- 2A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn
- 3Fluid leaking excessively and likely to harm the environment or to pose a safety risk to other road users
- 4Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded
- 5A tyre seriously damaged
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average MOT pass rate for a BMW 316?
The BMW 316 has an average 80.6% MOT pass rate across model years 1980 to 2023, based on DVSA test data.
What are the most common MOT failures on a BMW 316?
The most common MOT failure reasons for the BMW 316 across all years are: tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, fluid leaking excessively and likely to harm the environment or to pose a safety risk to other road users. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.
Which BMW 316 year has the best MOT pass rate?
MOT pass rates vary by year - newer models typically have higher pass rates. Check our year-by-year breakdown above to compare pass rates for specific BMW 316 model years.