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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the BMW M8 Competition Auto. Check any M8 Competition Auto by registration number below.

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95.4%

Avg Pass Rate

+5.5%

vs BMW Avg

4

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

BMW M8 Competition Auto — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW M8 Competition Auto has an average MOT pass rate of 95.4%, which is 5.5 percentage points above the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the M8 Competition Auto is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used BMW M8 Competition Auto, 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 M8 Competition Auto performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 589 vehicles

98.0%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

0.9%

Retest Rate

2.4%

Mileage at 3yr

36k mi

2020

Based on 825 vehicles

95.8%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

0.3%

Retest Rate

2.3%

Mileage at 3yr

36k mi

Mileage at 5yr

54k mi

2019

Based on 433 vehicles

97.0%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

0.8%

Retest Rate

3.6%

Mileage at 3yr

25k mi

Mileage at 5yr

42k mi

0

Based on 282 vehicles

90.8%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 5yr

23k mi

Where Failures Occur

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

Rear Offside

0.7%

Rear Nearside

0.7%

Front Nearside

0.5%

Other BMW Models

Compare MOT reliability across BMW models.

BMW 420d Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto

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 M8 Competition Auto

BMW M8 Competition Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW M8 Competition Auto MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW M8 Competition Auto?
The average MOT pass rate for the BMW M8 Competition Auto is 95.4% 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 M8 Competition Auto?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the BMW M8 Competition Auto reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 95.4%, the BMW M8 Competition Auto 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 M8 Competition Auto?
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 M8 Competition Auto?
Typical mileage for the BMW M8 Competition Auto: 36,016 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used M8 Competition Auto to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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