2000 BMW 328 Ci MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for 328 Ci models manufactured in 2000, based on 547 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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The 2000 BMW 328 Ci has an MOT pass rate of 58.5% based on 547 tests — slightly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 110,462 miles on the odometer. With a 41.5% failure rate, the 2000 328 Ci is rated as "Below Average" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2000 BMW 328 Ci is Brakes, responsible for 4.9% 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. Suspension is the second most common issue at 4.4%. Tyres follows at 1.8%.
Top failures specific to 2000 models only. The overall 328 Ci page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 4.9% | 27 |
| 2 | Suspension | 4.4% | 24 |
| 3 | Tyres | 1.8% | 10 |
| 4 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 1.8% | 10 |
| 5 | Driver's View Of The Road | 1.3% | 7 |
| 6 | Body, Structure And General Items | 0.9% | 5 |
| 7 | Non-component Advisories | 0.7% | 4 |
| 8 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 0.4% | 2 |
| 9 | Steering | 0.4% | 2 |
| 10 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 0.2% | 1 |
| 11 | Registration Plates And Vin | 0.2% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 110,462 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 | 0.45 | 4.9% | 27 |
| Suspension | 0.40 | 4.4% | 24 |
| Tyres | 0.17 | 1.8% | 10 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.17 | 1.8% | 10 |
| Visibility | 0.12 | 1.3% | 7 |
| Body & Structure | 0.08 | 0.9% | 5 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.07 | 0.7% | 4 |
| Seat Belts | 0.03 | 0.4% | 2 |
| Steering | 0.03 | 0.4% | 2 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 0.02 | 0.2% | 1 |
| Registration Plates and VIN | 0.02 | 0.2% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2000 BMW 328 Ci has an MOT pass rate of 58.5% based on 547 tests — slightly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 110,462 miles on the odometer. With a 41.5% failure rate, the 2000 328 Ci is rated as "Below Average" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2000 BMW 328 Ci, budget for potential repairs before each MOT. 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). With an average mileage of 110,462 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.
Brakes — 4.9% of failures
Brakes issues account for 4.9% of MOT failures on 2000 BMW 328 Ci 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).
Suspension — 4.4% of failures
Suspension issues account for 4.4% of MOT failures on 2000 BMW 328 Ci models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Tyres — 1.8% of failures
Tyres issues account for 1.8% of MOT failures on 2000 BMW 328 Ci 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.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.