BMW 7 Series MOT Failure Rate — 0-2 Years Old

7.4%
MOT failure rate for 0-2-year-old BMW 7 Series vehicles
Based on 2,433 MOT tests
20.6pp below the UK average (28%)

This model is exceptionally reliable for its age. Only 7.4% of BMW 7 Series vehicles in this age bracket fail their MOT.

Component Risk Breakdown (0-2 Years)

Which parts of a 0-2-year-old BMW 7 Series are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Tyres 3.0%
Lamps & Electrics 0.6%
Suspension 0.2%
Visibility 0.2%
Brakes 0.1%
Body & Chassis 0.1%
Steering 0.0%

How Does This Compare?

BMW 7 Series MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 7.4% 2,433 Tyres
3-5 years 7.7% 6,044 Tyres
6-10 years 15.0% 4,338 Tyres
11-15 years 21.5% 2,389 Suspension
15+ years 25.1% 1,112 Suspension

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 0-2 year old BMW 7 Series reliable?

Yes. Based on 2,433 MOT tests, 0-2-year-old BMW 7 Series vehicles have a 7.4% failure rate, which is below the UK average of 28%. This is a reliable choice at this age.

What are the common MOT failures on a 0-2 year old BMW 7 Series?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Tyres — 3.0% failure risk
  • Lamps & Electrics — 0.6% failure risk
  • Suspension — 0.2% failure risk

How can I prepare my BMW 7 Series for its MOT?

For a 0-2-year-old BMW 7 Series, focus on: (1) Tyres — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 0-2-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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