2020 BMW 330e Se Pro Auto MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for 330e Se Pro Auto models manufactured in 2020, based on 2,849 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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View 2020 BMW 330e Se Pro Auto vintage page → (88.6% current pass rate)2020 BMW 330e Se Pro Auto MOT Analysis
The 2020 BMW 330e Se Pro Auto has an MOT pass rate of 85.7% based on 2,849 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 47,352 miles on the odometer. With a 14.3% failure rate, the 2020 330e Se Pro Auto is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2020 BMW 330e Se Pro Auto is Tyres, responsible for 8.0% of failures. 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 range from £50–200 per tyre. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment is the second most common issue at 1.2%. Suspension follows at 1.2%.
Top failures specific to 2020 models only. The overall 330e Se Pro Auto page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 8.0% | 227 |
| 2 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 1.2% | 33 |
| 3 | Suspension | 1.2% | 33 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.1% | 32 |
| 5 | Non-component Advisories | 0.4% | 11 |
| 6 | Brakes | 0.4% | 10 |
| 7 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 0.2% | 6 |
| 8 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 0.2% | 6 |
| 9 | Road Wheels | 0.1% | 4 |
| 10 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.1% | 3 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 47,352 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 1.68 | 8.0% | 227 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.24 | 1.2% | 33 |
| Suspension | 0.24 | 1.2% | 33 |
| Visibility | 0.24 | 1.1% | 32 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.08 | 0.4% | 11 |
| Brakes | 0.07 | 0.4% | 10 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.04 | 0.2% | 6 |
| Seat Belts | 0.04 | 0.2% | 6 |
| Wheels | 0.03 | 0.1% | 4 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.02 | 0.1% | 3 |
| Steering | 0.01 | 0.0% | 1 |
| Body & Structure | 0.01 | 0.0% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2020 BMW 330e Se Pro Auto has an MOT pass rate of 85.7% based on 2,849 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 47,352 miles on the odometer. With a 14.3% failure rate, the 2020 330e Se Pro Auto is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2020 BMW 330e Se Pro Auto, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to tyres: 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. With relatively low average mileage of 47,352 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Tyres — 8.0% of failures
Tyres issues account for 8.0% of MOT failures on 2020 BMW 330e Se Pro Auto 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 — 1.2% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 1.2% of MOT failures on 2020 BMW 330e Se Pro Auto 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.
Suspension — 1.2% of failures
Suspension issues account for 1.2% of MOT failures on 2020 BMW 330e Se Pro Auto 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.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.