BMW I3 MOT Failure Rate — 0-2 Years Old

11.1%
MOT failure rate for 0-2-year-old BMW I3 vehicles
Based on 13,923 MOT tests
16.9pp below the UK average (28%)

BMW I3 shows good reliability at this age, with a 11.1% failure rate — below the national average.

Component Risk Breakdown (0-2 Years)

Which parts of a 0-2-year-old BMW I3 are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Tyres 2.5%
Lamps & Electrics 2.2%
Visibility 0.6%
Suspension 0.1%
Brakes 0.1%
Body & Chassis 0.0%
Steering 0.0%

How Does This Compare?

BMW I3 MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 11.1% 13,923 Tyres
3-5 years 9.7% 44,254 Tyres
6-10 years 14.2% 27,553 Tyres

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 0-2 year old BMW I3 reliable?

Yes. Based on 13,923 MOT tests, 0-2-year-old BMW I3 vehicles have a 11.1% 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 I3?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Tyres — 2.5% failure risk
  • Lamps & Electrics — 2.2% failure risk
  • Visibility — 0.6% failure risk

How can I prepare my BMW I3 for its MOT?

For a 0-2-year-old BMW I3, 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.

Other BMW I3 Age Groups

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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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