BMW 430I M Sport Auto
From 1,424 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and a tyre cords visible or damaged. The top issue, a tyre seriously damaged, caused 49 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a tyre seriously damaged | 49 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 19 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 6 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 5 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 4 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 3 |
| a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage | 3 |
| a tyre has a lump, bulge or tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure. this includes any lifting of the tread rubber | 2 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 2 |
| obligatory mirror or device slightly damaged or loose | 1 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 92.7% | a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2020 | 95% | a tyre cords visible or damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all 430I M Sport Autos tested had between 16,551 and 28,529 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 22,041 median miles, the 430I M Sport Auto has 0.031 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other BMW models
| BMW 3 Series | 79.2% |
| BMW 118 | 82.8% |
| BMW 116 | 78.9% |
| BMW X5 | 85.4% |
| BMW X3 | 83.9% |
Common questions
What is the BMW 430I M Sport Auto MOT pass rate?
The BMW 430I M Sport Auto has a 93.1% MOT pass rate based on 1,424 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a BMW 430I M Sport Auto?
The most common MOT failure on the BMW 430I M Sport Auto is a tyre seriously damaged, which caused 49 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a BMW 430I M Sport Auto at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a BMW 430I M Sport Auto is 22,041 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 16,551 and 28,529 miles.
Buying a used 430I M Sport Auto?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
Some links are to services we may earn from. Disclosure.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.