BMW 330 D MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the BMW 330 D. Check any 330 D by registration number below.

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94.8%

Avg Pass Rate

+4.9%

vs BMW Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

BMW 330 D — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW 330 D has an average MOT pass rate of 94.8%, which is 4.9 percentage points above the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 330 D is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used BMW 330 D, 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 330 D performs at MOT across different model years.

2013

Based on 65 vehicles

96.9%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

2012

Based on 56 vehicles

94.6%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

2011

Based on 68 vehicles

94.1%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

2010

Based on 100 vehicles

95.0%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

2009

Based on 193 vehicles

95.3%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 10yr

251k mi

2008

Based on 210 vehicles

93.3%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 10yr

263k mi

2007

Based on 316 vehicles

97.2%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 10yr

206k mi

2006

Based on 419 vehicles

95.7%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 10yr

232k mi

2005

Based on 207 vehicles

97.1%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

2004

Based on 337 vehicles

97.0%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

2003

Based on 427 vehicles

93.9%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

2002

Based on 387 vehicles

93.8%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

2001

Based on 430 vehicles

91.4%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

2000

Based on 290 vehicles

92.1%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 10yr

201k mi

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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

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for BMW 330 D

BMW 330 D — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW 330 D MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW 330 D?

The average MOT pass rate for the BMW 330 D is 94.8% 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 330 D?

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

Is the BMW 330 D reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 94.8%, the BMW 330 D 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 330 D?

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 330 D?

Typical mileage for the BMW 330 D: 250,561 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 330 D to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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