BMW 7 Series MOT Failure Rate — 11-15 Years Old

21.5%
MOT failure rate for 11-15-year-old BMW 7 Series vehicles
Based on 2,389 MOT tests
6.5pp below the UK average (28%)

BMW 7 Series in this age bracket has a 21.5% failure rate. Key areas to check before your MOT: suspension and tyres.

Component Risk Breakdown (11-15 Years)

Which parts of a 11-15-year-old BMW 7 Series are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Suspension 5.2%
Tyres 3.8%
Lamps & Electrics 3.5%
Visibility 2.5%
Brakes 2.3%
Steering 0.4%
Body & Chassis 0.3%

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 11-15 year old BMW 7 Series reliable?

11-15-year-old BMW 7 Series vehicles have a 21.5% failure rate, which is close to the UK average. It offers typical reliability for this age bracket.

What are the common MOT failures on a 11-15 year old BMW 7 Series?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Suspension — 5.2% failure risk
  • Tyres — 3.8% failure risk
  • Lamps & Electrics — 3.5% failure risk

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

For a 11-15-year-old BMW 7 Series, focus on: (1) Suspension — 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 11-15-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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