‹ BMW 3 Series2014 BMW 3 Series: MOT pass rate and common faults
29,387 first MOTs in 2025 · DVSA data · For guidance only · How we count
75.5%passed first time
Share of first MOT tests passed with no repairs. Repairs made at the test centre count as a fail.
- 2014 BMW 3 Series75.5%
- All 2014 cars68.6%
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Its own MOT history, free.
Most common failure areas
Share of the 7,188 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 electrics42.5%
- Tyres30.7%
- Suspension24.0%
- Brakes17.7%
- Windscreen, wipers, mirrors12.8%
- Noise, emissions, leaks4.7%
- Wheels3.9%
- Body, chassis, structure2.7%
- Steering1.8%
- Seat belts and airbags1.7%
- Number plates and VIN1.6%
Typical mileage at test104,300
Median odometer reading at the 2025 MOT, in miles.
What MOT data can't tell you about any 2014 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.