BMW 1m Coupe MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 48 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 2.1%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
BMW 1m Coupe MOT Reliability Overview
The BMW 1m Coupe is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 48 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 97.9% and a failure rate of 2.1%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the BMW 1m Coupe earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average BMW 1m Coupe presents for MOT with approximately 59,394 miles on the clock. The 2011 manufacture year performs best with a 97.9% pass rate.
The most common MOT failure for the BMW 1m Coupe is Identification of the vehicle, affecting 4.2% of all tests. Identification failures relate to the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and registration plate. The VIN must be permanently displayed and legible, and the registration plate must meet British Standard formatting. Together, these top 1 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 4.2% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 59,394 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.70 | 4.2% | 2 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average BMW 1m Coupe has 59,394 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The BMW 1m Coupe has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 0.35% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About BMW 1m Coupe MOT Data
The BMW 1m Coupe is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 48 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 97.9% and a failure rate of 2.1%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For BMW 1m Coupe owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on identification of the vehicle and general vehicle condition for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific 1m Coupe is likely to perform.
Identification of the vehicle — 4.2% of failures
Identification of the vehicle issues account for 4.2% of MOT failures on the BMW 1m Coupe. Identification failures relate to the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and registration plate. The VIN must be permanently displayed and legible, and the registration plate must meet British Standard formatting. Typical repair costs: £10–50. Pre-MOT check: Ensure the VIN plate is visible and legible (usually in the windscreen or under the bonnet). Check that number plates are clean, undamaged, and use the correct font and spacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW 1m Coupe?
Based on 48 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the BMW 1m Coupe has an overall pass rate of 97.9% (2.1% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a BMW 1m Coupe?
The top 1 reasons a BMW 1m Coupe fails its MOT are: 1. Identification of the vehicle (4.2%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the BMW 1m Coupe reliable?
With a 2.1% MOT failure rate, the 1m Coupe is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my BMW 1m Coupe?
Based on failure data, focus on: Identification of the vehicle (4.2%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.