BMW 135 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the BMW 135. Check any 135 by registration number below.

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87.5%

Avg Pass Rate

-2.5%

vs BMW Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

BMW 135 — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW 135 has an average MOT pass rate of 87.5%, which is 2.5 percentage points below the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 135 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a BMW 135 fails its MOT are a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. If you are preparing your 135 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used BMW 135, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the BMW 135 performs at MOT across different model years.

2016

Based on 89 vehicles

96.6%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

5.6%

2015

Based on 48 vehicles

81.3%Good

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

6.1%

Retest Rate

15.2%

2014

Based on 44 vehicles

81.8%Good

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

3.1%

Retest Rate

28.1%

Mileage at 10yr

133k mi

2013

Based on 420 vehicles

91.0%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

0.9%

Retest Rate

10.7%

Mileage at 10yr

110k mi

2012

Based on 396 vehicles

87.1%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

1.4%

Retest Rate

12.6%

Mileage at 10yr

116k mi

2011

Based on 564 vehicles

89.5%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

3.2%

Retest Rate

13.7%

2010

Based on 448 vehicles

86.6%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

1.3%

Retest Rate

9.4%

2009

Based on 452 vehicles

86.5%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

3.4%

Retest Rate

10.5%

2008

Based on 994 vehicles

83.9%Good

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

1.8%

Retest Rate

14.0%

2007

Based on 78 vehicles

92.3%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

1.9%

Retest Rate

9.3%

0

Based on 1,297 vehicles

85.4%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 5yr

78k mi

Top MOT Failures — BMW 135

The most common reasons a BMW 135 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

A direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

3.4%

Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen

2.1%

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

1.1%

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

1.1%

BMW 135 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear Nearside

3.4%

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See detailed fault analysis for BMW 135

BMW 135 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW 135 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW 135?

The average MOT pass rate for the BMW 135 is 87.5% compared to the BMW average of 89.9%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a BMW 135?

The most common MOT failures on the BMW 135 are: A direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (3.4%), Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen (2.1%), Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (1.1%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the BMW 135 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 87.5%, the BMW 135 is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a BMW 135?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a BMW 135?

Typical mileage for the BMW 135: 133,158 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 135 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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