2006 BMW 318i M MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for 318i M models manufactured in 2006, based on 567 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
This page shows all 318i M cars tested in 2006. Want to see how cars built in 2006 hold up over time?
View 2006 BMW 318i M vintage page → (53.6% current pass rate)2006 BMW 318i M MOT Analysis
The 2006 BMW 318i M has an MOT pass rate of 70.4% based on 567 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 65,109 miles on the odometer. With a 29.6% failure rate, the 2006 318i M is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2006 BMW 318i M is Brakes, responsible for 6.7% of failures. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs range from £150–400. Tyres is the second most common issue at 5.3%. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment follows at 3.9%.
Top failures specific to 2006 models only. The overall 318i M page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 6.7% | 38 |
| 2 | Tyres | 5.3% | 30 |
| 3 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 3.9% | 22 |
| 4 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 2.3% | 13 |
| 5 | Non-component Advisories | 1.2% | 7 |
| 6 | Suspension | 1.2% | 7 |
| 7 | Driver's View Of The Road | 0.7% | 4 |
| 8 | Registration Plates And Vin | 0.5% | 3 |
| 9 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 0.2% | 1 |
| 10 | Steering | 0.2% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 65,109 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 1.03 | 6.7% | 38 |
| Tyres | 0.81 | 5.3% | 30 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.60 | 3.9% | 22 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 0.35 | 2.3% | 13 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.19 | 1.2% | 7 |
| Suspension | 0.19 | 1.2% | 7 |
| Visibility | 0.11 | 0.7% | 4 |
| Registration Plates and VIN | 0.08 | 0.5% | 3 |
| Seat Belts | 0.03 | 0.2% | 1 |
| Steering | 0.03 | 0.2% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2006 BMW 318i M has an MOT pass rate of 70.4% based on 567 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 65,109 miles on the odometer. With a 29.6% failure rate, the 2006 318i M is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2006 BMW 318i M, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to brakes: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm). At 65,109 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.
Brakes — 6.7% of failures
Brakes issues account for 6.7% of MOT failures on 2006 BMW 318i M models. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Tyres — 5.3% of failures
Tyres issues account for 5.3% of MOT failures on 2006 BMW 318i M models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 3.9% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 3.9% of MOT failures on 2006 BMW 318i M models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.