BMW 3-Series M3 MOT Results

Registered in 2013
90.2% pass rate
from 512 tests in 2021
(62% better than other 2013 cars)
Pass rate by mileage
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.

  • 3.5% fail on Tyres
    • 2.9% fail on Condition
    • 0.78% fail on Tread depth (72% better than other 2013 cars)
  • 1.4% fail on Visibility (67% better than other 2013 cars)
    • 1.2% fail on Washers
    • 0.20% fail on Wipers
  • 1.2% fail on Brakes (77% better than other 2013 cars)
    • 0.78% fail on Brake performance
      • 0.78% fail on Service brake performance
        • 0.78% fail on Rbt
          • 0.78% fail on Service brake performance
    • 0.59% fail on Mechanical brake components (78% better than other 2013 cars)
      • 0.39% fail on Brake discs and drums
        • 0.39% fail on Brake discs
      • 0.20% fail on Brake linings and pads
        • 0.20% fail on Brake pads
  • 1.2% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (85% better than other 2013 cars)
    • 0.59% fail on Headlamps
      • 0.59% fail on Headlamp cleaning device (9 times worse than other 2013 cars)
    • 0.59% fail on Headlamp aim (74% better than other 2013 cars)
      • 0.59% fail on Headlamp aim
  • 0.78% fail on Suspension (89% better than other 2013 cars)
    • 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
    • 0.20% fail on Springs
      • 0.20% fail on Coil springs
        • 0.20% fail on Coil spring
  • 0.78% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks
    • 0.78% fail on Exhaust emissions
      • 0.78% fail on Spark ignition
        • 0.59% fail on Catalyst emissions
        • 0.39% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp
        • 0.20% fail on Emission control equipment
          • 0.20% fail on Catalytic converter
  • 0.59% fail on Identification of the vehicle
    • 0.59% fail on Registration plates
  • 0.39% fail on Body, chassis, structure (79% better than other 2013 cars)
    • 0.20% fail on Exhaust system
    • 0.20% fail on Bumpers
  • 0.39% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems
    • 0.20% fail on Airbags
      • 0.20% fail on Drivers airbag
    • 0.20% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp
  • 0.39% fail on Road Wheels
    • 0.39% fail on Attachment
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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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