BMW X3 MOT Results

Registered in 2018

90.3% pass rate

from 8,577 tests in 2021

(14% better than other 2018 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 2018 cars and highlighted areas where the BMW X3 is unusually good or bad.

5.4% fail on Tyres (61% worse than other 2018 cars)
- 4.6% fail on Condition (120% worse than other 2018 cars)
- 1.0% fail on Tread depth (25% better than other 2018 cars)
1.6% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (40% better than other 2018 cars)
- 0.94% fail on Headlamp aim (40% better than other 2018 cars)
  - 0.94% fail on Headlamp aim (39% better than other 2018 cars)
- 0.45% fail on Direction indicators (110% worse than other 2018 cars)
  - 0.45% fail on Flashing type (110% worse than other 2018 cars)
    - 0.43% fail on Side repeaters (170% worse than other 2018 cars)
    - 0.012% fail on All direction indicators
    - 0.012% fail on Individual direction indicators
- 0.047% fail on Headlamps (88% better than other 2018 cars)
  - 0.035% fail on Headlamp levelling device
  - 0.012% fail on Headlamp
- 0.047% fail on Front and rear fog lamps (73% better than other 2018 cars)
  - 0.023% fail on Rear fog lamp (81% better than other 2018 cars)
    - 0.023% fail on Rear fog lamp (81% better than other 2018 cars)
  - 0.023% fail on Front fog lamps
    - 0.023% fail on Front fog lamps
- 0.047% fail on Electrical equipment
  - 0.047% fail on Trailer electrical socket (4 times worse than other 2018 cars)
- 0.012% fail on Position lamps
  - 0.012% fail on Position lamp
- 0.012% fail on Stop lamp
- 0.012% fail on Reversing lamps
  - 0.012% fail on Reversing lamps
- 0.012% fail on Rear reflectors
1.1% fail on Visibility (65% better than other 2018 cars)
- 0.58% fail on Wipers (75% better than other 2018 cars)
- 0.47% fail on Washers (45% better than other 2018 cars)
- 0.093% fail on Condition of glass
  - 0.093% fail on Windscreen
- 0.012% fail on Bonnet
0.48% fail on Identification of the vehicle (99% worse than other 2018 cars)
- 0.48% fail on Registration plates (100% worse than other 2018 cars)
0.48% fail on Brakes (65% better than other 2018 cars)
- 0.27% fail on Brake performance
  - 0.19% fail on Parking brake efficiency (sp) (110% worse than other 2018 cars)
    - 0.17% fail on Rbt (sp) (110% worse than other 2018 cars)
    - 0.012% fail on Decelerometer (sp)
  - 0.035% fail on Service brake performance (80% better than other 2018 cars)
    - 0.023% fail on Rbt (86% better than other 2018 cars)
      - 0.023% fail on Service brake performance (84% better than other 2018 cars)
    - 0.012% fail on Decelerometer
      - 0.012% fail on Service brake performance
  - 0.035% fail on Brake performance not tested
  - 0.023% fail on Parking brake performance
    - 0.023% fail on Rbt
      - 0.023% fail on Parking brake performance
  - 0.012% fail on Service Brake Efficiency (sp)
    - 0.012% fail on Rbt (sp)
      - 0.012% fail on Service brake performance
- 0.14% fail on Parking brake control (120% worse than other 2018 cars)
  - 0.14% fail on Electronic parking brake (8 times worse than other 2018 cars)
- 0.14% fail on Mechanical brake components (85% better than other 2018 cars)
  - 0.13% fail on Brake linings and pads (85% better than other 2018 cars)
    - 0.13% fail on Brake pads (85% better than other 2018 cars)
  - 0.012% fail on Brake discs and drums
    - 0.012% fail on Brake discs
- 0.012% fail on Hydraulic systems
  - 0.012% fail on Reservoirs
- 0.012% fail on Flexible brake hoses
- 0.012% fail on Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders)
  - 0.012% fail on Hydraulic brake callipers
- 0.012% fail on ABS / EBS / ESC
  - 0.012% fail on Anti-lock braking system
0.38% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks
- 0.38% fail on Exhaust emissions
  - 0.30% fail on Compression ignition (110% worse than other 2018 cars)
    - 0.29% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (140% worse than other 2018 cars)
    - 0.012% fail on On or after 01/01/2014
  - 0.082% fail on Spark ignition (69% better than other 2018 cars)
    - 0.070% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp
    - 0.012% fail on Catalyst emissions
0.14% fail on Road Wheels
- 0.093% fail on Attachment
- 0.047% fail on Condition
0.12% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (63% better than other 2018 cars)
- 0.082% fail on Seat belts
  - 0.082% fail on Condition
- 0.035% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp (76% better than other 2018 cars)
0.082% fail on Body, chassis, structure (62% better than other 2018 cars)
- 0.035% fail on Exhaust system
- 0.035% fail on Transmission
  - 0.023% fail on Drive shafts
    - 0.023% fail on Joints
  - 0.012% fail on Prop shafts
    - 0.012% fail on Joints
- 0.012% fail on Body
  - 0.012% fail on Other body component
0.058% fail on Suspension (84% better than other 2018 cars)
- 0.023% fail on Shock absorbers
- 0.023% fail on Suspension arms
  - 0.012% fail on Pins and bushes
  - 0.012% fail on Ball joint dust cover
- 0.012% fail on Springs
  - 0.012% fail on Coil springs
    - 0.012% fail on Coil spring
0.023% fail on Steering
- 0.023% fail on Steering linkage components
  - 0.012% fail on Track rod end
  - 0.012% fail on Locking devices
0.012% fail on Seat belt installation check
- 0.012% fail on Belt(s)/padding

Read the Honest John Review

BMW X3 (2018 on)
Class-leading interior with a real quality feel, plenty of space in the cabin and boot, decent handling is complemented by a good range of engines.
BMW X3 (2010 - 2018)
Handling is impressive for an SUV, large boot capacity and lots of rear-seat space, top engine choices deliver serious performance.