BMW 328 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the BMW 328. Check any 328 by registration number below.

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90.0%

Avg Pass Rate

+0.1%

vs BMW Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

BMW 328 — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW 328 has an average MOT pass rate of 90.0%, which is 0.1 percentage points above the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 328 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used BMW 328, 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 328 performs at MOT across different model years.

2015

Based on 46 vehicles

95.7%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

3.0%

2013

Based on 62 vehicles

93.5%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

2.2%

Mileage at 10yr

96k mi

2012

Based on 64 vehicles

71.9%Average

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

4.1%

Retest Rate

42.9%

2008

Based on 51 vehicles

100.0%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

2000

Based on 380 vehicles

91.8%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 10yr

160k mi

1999

Based on 813 vehicles

93.2%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 10yr

179k mi

1998

Based on 697 vehicles

93.3%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 10yr

182k mi

1997

Based on 301 vehicles

90.0%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

1996

Based on 370 vehicles

89.2%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

1995

Based on 370 vehicles

88.6%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

1994

Based on 111 vehicles

91.9%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

0

Based on 107 vehicles

81.3%Good

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 5yr

76k mi

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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 328

BMW 328 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW 328 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW 328?

The average MOT pass rate for the BMW 328 is 90.0% 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 328?

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

Is the BMW 328 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 90.0%, the BMW 328 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 328?

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 328?

Typical mileage for the BMW 328: 96,258 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 328 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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