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BMW 3-Series M3 MOT Results

Registered in 2008
83.9% pass rate
from 1,213 tests in 2021
(61% better than other 2008 cars)
Pass rate by mileage
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Failure rates by item

Here you can drill down into the failure rates for each item on the test. We've also compared the rates to the average results for 2008 cars and highlighted areas where the BMW 3-Series M3 is unusually good or bad.

  • 3.9% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks
    • 3.8% fail on Exhaust emissions
      • 3.7% fail on Spark ignition
        • 2.1% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp
        • 1.4% fail on Catalyst emissions
        • 0.74% fail on Emission control equipment (24 times worse than other 2008 cars)
          • 0.74% fail on Catalytic converter (38 times worse than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.25% fail on Emissions not tested
      • 0.25% fail on Compression ignition (85% better than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.082% fail on Emission control equipment
          • 0.082% fail on Catalytic converter
        • 0.082% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Non turbo
        • 0.082% fail on On or after 01/07/2008
    • 0.082% fail on Fluid leaks
      • 0.082% fail on Engine oil leaks
  • 3.6% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (73% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 1.3% fail on Headlamp aim (62% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 1.2% fail on Headlamp aim (61% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.082% fail on Headlamp aim not tested
    • 1.3% fail on Direction indicators
      • 1.3% fail on Flashing type
        • 1.2% fail on Side repeaters
        • 0.082% fail on Individual direction indicators
    • 0.82% fail on Headlamps (77% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.49% fail on Headlamp (86% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.33% fail on Headlamp levelling device
    • 0.16% fail on Stop lamp (96% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.16% fail on Front and rear fog lamps
      • 0.16% fail on Rear fog lamp
        • 0.16% fail on Rear fog lamp
    • 0.082% fail on Position lamps
      • 0.082% fail on Position lamp
    • 0.082% fail on Hazard warning
      • 0.082% fail on Switch
    • 0.082% fail on Registration plate lamp(s)
    • 0.082% fail on Electrical equipment
      • 0.082% fail on Horn
  • 3.6% fail on Tyres (44% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 2.1% fail on Condition
    • 1.7% fail on Tread depth (53% better than other 2008 cars)
  • 2.2% fail on Brakes (78% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 1.4% fail on Brake performance (74% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 1.1% fail on Service brake performance (58% better than other 2008 cars)
        • 1.1% fail on Rbt (57% better than other 2008 cars)
          • 0.82% fail on Service brake performance (62% better than other 2008 cars)
          • 0.33% fail on Service brake imbalance
      • 0.25% fail on Parking brake efficiency (sp) (90% better than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.25% fail on Rbt (sp) (90% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.082% fail on Brake performance not tested
    • 0.58% fail on Mechanical brake components (82% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.41% fail on Brake linings and pads (81% better than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.41% fail on Brake pads (81% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.16% fail on Brake discs and drums (86% better than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.16% fail on Brake discs (86% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.41% fail on ABS / EBS / ESC
      • 0.25% fail on Anti-lock braking system
      • 0.16% fail on Electronic braking system (6 times worse than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.16% fail on Electronic stability control
    • 0.082% fail on Service brake pedal or hand lever
      • 0.082% fail on Hand lever
    • 0.082% fail on Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders)
      • 0.082% fail on Hydraulic brake callipers
  • 1.8% fail on Visibility (71% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 1.5% fail on Washers (54% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.33% fail on Wipers (89% better than other 2008 cars)
  • 1.8% fail on Suspension (89% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.91% fail on Suspension arms (82% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.49% fail on Pins and bushes (78% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.33% fail on Ball joint (84% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.082% fail on Ball joint dust cover
    • 0.33% fail on Wheel bearings
    • 0.33% fail on Springs (94% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.33% fail on Coil springs (94% better than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.33% fail on Coil spring (94% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.25% fail on Anti-roll bars (94% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.16% fail on Linkage ball joints (88% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.082% fail on Linkage ball joint dust cover
    • 0.082% fail on Shock absorbers
    • 0.082% fail on Other suspension component
      • 0.082% fail on Pins and bushes
  • 1.1% fail on Identification of the vehicle
    • 1.1% fail on Registration plates
  • 0.82% fail on Body, chassis, structure (87% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.49% fail on Exhaust system (79% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.33% fail on Fuel system
      • 0.33% fail on Fuel cap/sealing device
  • 0.74% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems
    • 0.74% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp
    • 0.082% fail on Seat belts
      • 0.082% fail on Condition
  • 0.49% fail on Steering (82% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.25% fail on Steering gear
      • 0.25% fail on Steering rack
    • 0.25% fail on Steering linkage components (88% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.25% fail on Track rod end (87% better than other 2008 cars)
  • 0.41% fail on Road Wheels
    • 0.25% fail on Attachment
    • 0.16% fail on Condition
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  • BMW M3 (2007 - 2013)
    Stormingly fast performance. Superb V8 engine sound. High quality interior. Great feelgood factor, yet still docile at low speeds. Available as coupe, convertible or saloon.

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