MOT Stats
Vehicle types : Car : BMW : 3 Series : 1996
BMW 3 Series 1996
Tests: 957
Pass rate: 65.2%
Most common fail reasons
| # | Reason | Fail code | Category | % |
| 1 | Suspension pin, bush, joint or bearing excessively worn. | 5.3.4(a)(i) | Major | 18% |
| 2 | Windscreen washers not providing sufficient fluid. | 3.5(a) | Major | 14% |
| 3 | Stop lamp missing or inoperative. | 4.3.1(a)(ii) | Major | 11% |
| 4 | Electrical wiring insecure. | 4.11(a)(ii) | Major | 11% |
| 5 | Excessive corrosion to, or weakened structure near any suspension mounting. | 5.3.6(a)(i) | Major | 10% |
| 6 | Emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits. | 8.2.1.2(a) | Major | 10% |
| 7 | Emissions levels exceed default limits. | 8.2.1.2(b) | Major | 10% |
| 8 | Emissions lambda coefficient outwith limits. | 8.2.1.2(c) | Major | 9% |
| 9 | Headlamp aim outwith limits. | 4.1.2(a) | Major | 9% |
| 10 | Wiper blade missing or not clearing the windscreen. | 3.4(b)(ii) | Major | 8% |
Tests date range:
10th February 2023 to 9th February 2024
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