‹ BMW 3 Series2015 BMW 3 Series: MOT pass rate and common faults
30,027 first MOTs in 2025 · DVSA data · For guidance only · How we count
79.8%passed first time
Share of first MOT tests passed with no repairs. Repairs made at the test centre count as a fail.
- 2015 BMW 3 Series79.8%
- All 2015 cars71.9%
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Its own MOT history, free.
Most common failure areas
Share of the 6,078 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 electrics36.2%
- Tyres35.6%
- Suspension19.0%
- Brakes17.3%
- Windscreen, wipers, mirrors12.2%
- Noise, emissions, leaks6.6%
- Wheels4.1%
- Body, chassis, structure2.5%
- Seat belts and airbags1.5%
- Number plates and VIN1.3%
- Steering1.1%
Typical mileage at test93,100
Median odometer reading at the 2025 MOT, in miles.
What MOT data can't tell you about any 2015 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.