‹ BMW 3 Series2013 BMW 3 Series: MOT pass rate and common faults
31,579 first MOTs in 2025 · DVSA data · For guidance only · How we count
73.1%passed first time
Share of first MOT tests passed with no repairs. Repairs made at the test centre count as a fail.
- 2013 BMW 3 Series73.1%
- All 2013 cars65.8%
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Its own MOT history, free.
Most common failure areas
Share of the 8,510 failed first MOTs with a fault in each area. A test can count in more than one area, so these add up to more than 100%.
- Lights and electrics41.1%
- Suspension33.2%
- Tyres27.6%
- Brakes18.5%
- Windscreen, wipers, mirrors11.4%
- Noise, emissions, leaks6.4%
- Wheels4.4%
- Body, chassis, structure2.9%
- Steering2.4%
- Number plates and VIN1.7%
- Seat belts and airbags1.4%
Typical mileage at test108,700
Median odometer reading at the 2025 MOT, in miles.
What MOT data can't tell you about any 2013 BMW 3 Series
Outstanding finance, write-offs, theft and plate changes aren't in MOT records. For a particular car, you need a history check.