BMW 3-Series M3 MOT Results
Registered in 201390.2% pass rate
from 512 tests in 2021
(62% better than other 2013 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 2013 cars and highlighted areas where the BMW 3-Series M3 is unusually good or bad.
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3.5% fail on
Tyres
- 2.9% fail on Condition
- 0.78% fail on Tread depth (72% better than other 2013 cars)
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1.4% fail on
Visibility
(67% better than other 2013 cars)
- 1.2% fail on Washers
- 0.20% fail on Wipers
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1.2% fail on
Brakes
(77% better than other 2013 cars)
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0.78% fail on
Brake performance
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0.78% fail on
Service brake performance
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0.78% fail on
Rbt
- 0.78% fail on Service brake performance
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0.78% fail on
Rbt
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0.78% fail on
Service brake performance
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0.59% fail on
Mechanical brake components
(78% better than other 2013 cars)
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0.39% fail on
Brake discs and drums
- 0.39% fail on Brake discs
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0.20% fail on
Brake linings and pads
- 0.20% fail on Brake pads
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0.39% fail on
Brake discs and drums
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0.78% fail on
Brake performance
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1.2% fail on
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment
(85% better than other 2013 cars)
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0.59% fail on
Headlamps
- 0.59% fail on Headlamp cleaning device (9 times worse than other 2013 cars)
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0.59% fail on
Headlamp aim
(74% better than other 2013 cars)
- 0.59% fail on Headlamp aim
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0.59% fail on
Headlamps
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0.78% fail on
Suspension
(89% better than other 2013 cars)
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0.59% fail on
Suspension arms
(76% better than other 2013 cars)
- 0.39% fail on Pins and bushes
- 0.20% fail on Ball joint
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0.20% fail on
Springs
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0.20% fail on
Coil springs
- 0.20% fail on Coil spring
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0.20% fail on
Coil springs
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0.59% fail on
Suspension arms
(76% better than other 2013 cars)
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0.78% fail on
Noise, emissions and leaks
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0.78% fail on
Exhaust emissions
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0.78% fail on
Spark ignition
- 0.59% fail on Catalyst emissions
- 0.39% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp
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0.20% fail on
Emission control equipment
- 0.20% fail on Catalytic converter
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0.78% fail on
Spark ignition
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0.78% fail on
Exhaust emissions
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0.59% fail on
Identification of the vehicle
- 0.59% fail on Registration plates
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0.39% fail on
Body, chassis, structure
(79% better than other 2013 cars)
- 0.20% fail on Exhaust system
- 0.20% fail on Bumpers
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0.39% fail on
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems
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0.20% fail on
Airbags
- 0.20% fail on Drivers airbag
- 0.20% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp
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0.20% fail on
Airbags
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0.39% fail on
Road Wheels
- 0.39% fail on Attachment
Read the Honest John Review
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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.