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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the BMW 440. Check any 440 by registration number below.

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90.8%

Avg Pass Rate

+0.9%

vs BMW Avg

7

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

BMW 440 — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW 440 has an average MOT pass rate of 90.8%, which is 0.9 percentage points above the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 440 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a BMW 440 fails its MOT are a tyre seriously damaged, a tyre cords visible or damaged, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn. If you are preparing your 440 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 440, 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 440 performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 77 vehicles

96.1%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

4.2%

Mileage at 3yr

34k mi

2020

Based on 583 vehicles

88.3%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

2.8%

Retest Rate

10.6%

Mileage at 3yr

33k mi

Mileage at 5yr

47k mi

2019

Based on 1,994 vehicles

88.8%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

3.1%

Retest Rate

11.1%

Mileage at 3yr

36k mi

Mileage at 5yr

57k mi

2018

Based on 5,047 vehicles

91.0%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

3.8%

Retest Rate

10.3%

Mileage at 5yr

59k mi

2017

Based on 4,742 vehicles

90.6%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

3.1%

Retest Rate

11.4%

Mileage at 5yr

64k mi

2016

Based on 2,709 vehicles

91.1%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

2.3%

Retest Rate

8.3%

0

Based on 5,360 vehicles

89.9%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 5yr

39k mi

Top MOT Failures — BMW 440

The most common reasons a BMW 440 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

A tyre seriously damaged

1.3%
2

A tyre cords visible or damaged

1.2%
3

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

0.9%
4

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

0.8%
5

Number plate does not conform to the specified requirements

0.5%
BMW 440 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Offside

1.3%

Rear Offside Inner

1.3%

Rear Nearside

1.3%

Other BMW Models

Compare MOT reliability across BMW models.

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90.4% pass rate

BMW X2 Sdrive18d Sport

87.3% pass rate

BMW X2 Sdrive18d M Sport X Auto

87.0% pass rate

BMW 550

82.4% pass rate

BMW 316 I

89.0% pass rate

BMW 540i Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto

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 440

BMW 440 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW 440 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW 440?
The average MOT pass rate for the BMW 440 is 90.8% 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 440?
The most common MOT failures on the BMW 440 are: A tyre seriously damaged (1.3%), A tyre cords visible or damaged (1.2%), A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (0.9%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the BMW 440 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 90.8%, the BMW 440 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 440?
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 440?
Typical mileage for the BMW 440: 33,752 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 440 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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