36 Model Years Analyzed
BMW M3
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics
Average pass rate across all model years (1986-2023), based on 17,399 DVSA recorded tests.
89.1%
Average Pass Rate
36
Model Years
17k
Tests Analyzed
Most Tested Year
2003 BMW M3 MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures
Pass Rate by Year
2 tests
2 tests
8 tests
957 tests
1,122 tests
833 tests
622 tests
244 tests
500 tests
652 tests
748 tests
697 tests
797 tests
1,241 tests
499 tests
388 tests
1,146 tests
1,602 tests
2,241 tests
1,405 tests
377 tests
7 tests
132 tests
232 tests
238 tests
196 tests
149 tests
79 tests
15 tests
7 tests
23 tests
56 tests
63 tests
51 tests
58 tests
10 tests
Most Common Failures Across All Years
- 1Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
- 2A tyre seriously damaged
- 3The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements
- 4Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded
- 5A tyre cords visible or damaged
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average MOT pass rate for a BMW M3?
The BMW M3 has an average 89.1% MOT pass rate across model years 1986 to 2023, based on DVSA test data.
What are the most common MOT failures on a BMW M3?
The most common MOT failure reasons for the BMW M3 across all years are: tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.
Which BMW M3 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 M3 model years.