BMW 320 I MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the BMW 320 I. Check any 320 I by registration number below.

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93.3%

Avg Pass Rate

+3.4%

vs BMW Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

BMW 320 I — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW 320 I has an average MOT pass rate of 93.3%, which is 3.4 percentage points above the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 320 I is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used BMW 320 I, 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 320 I performs at MOT across different model years.

2010

Based on 69 vehicles

89.9%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

2009

Based on 127 vehicles

89.8%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 10yr

130k mi

2008

Based on 211 vehicles

91.0%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 10yr

113k mi

2007

Based on 215 vehicles

91.2%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

2006

Based on 341 vehicles

93.5%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 10yr

144k mi

2005

Based on 428 vehicles

93.9%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 10yr

165k mi

2004

Based on 153 vehicles

92.8%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

2003

Based on 260 vehicles

95.8%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

2002

Based on 282 vehicles

93.3%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

2001

Based on 293 vehicles

92.2%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

2000

Based on 139 vehicles

92.1%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

1999

Based on 135 vehicles

95.6%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

1998

Based on 127 vehicles

93.7%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 10yr

156k mi

1997

Based on 83 vehicles

97.6%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

1996

Based on 101 vehicles

94.1%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

1995

Based on 103 vehicles

95.1%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

1994

Based on 64 vehicles

93.8%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

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87.3% pass rate

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87.0% pass rate

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82.4% pass rate

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89.0% pass rate

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75.6% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

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See detailed fault analysis for BMW 320 I

BMW 320 I — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW 320 I MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW 320 I?

The average MOT pass rate for the BMW 320 I is 93.3% 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 320 I?

Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.

Is the BMW 320 I reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 93.3%, the BMW 320 I 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 320 I?

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 320 I?

Typical mileage for the BMW 320 I: 129,819 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 320 I to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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