BMW M2
From 9,781 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Older M2s fare better: 2020 models pass at 84% vs 92.5% for 2016.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre cords visible or damaged, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, a tyre cords visible or damaged, caused 144 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 cords visible or damaged | 144 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 130 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 105 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 86 |
| emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits | 43 |
| emissions levels exceed default limits | 31 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 30 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 29 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 28 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 26 |
BMW M2 on UK roads
The fleet is growing: 2,050 newly registered in the past year with 282 leaving, a net gain of 1,768. Currently at its highest numbers ever.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 23,932 | 590 | +450 | -220 | +230 |
| 2025 Q2 | 23,756 | 536 | +390 | -31 | +359 |
| 2025 Q1 | 23,272 | 661 | +584 | -31 | +553 |
| 2024 Q4 | 22,712 | 668 | +626 | -0 | +710 |
| 2024 Q3 | 22,189 | 481 | +860 | -174 | +686 |
| 2024 Q2 | 21,556 | 428 | +636 | -0 | +656 |
| 2024 Q1 | 20,841 | 487 | +1,002 | -30 | +972 |
| 2023 Q4 | 19,819 | 537 | +680 | -0 | +707 |
10 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| M2 Auto | Petrol | 4,790 | 20% |
| M240I Auto | Petrol | 4,746 | 20% |
| M235I Xdrive Auto | Petrol | 3,671 | 15% |
| M240I Xdrive Auto | Petrol | 3,164 | 13% |
| M2 Competition Auto | Petrol | 2,866 | 12% |
| M235I Auto | Petrol | 2,417 | 10% |
| M2 | Petrol | 829 | 3% |
| M235I | Petrol | 584 | 2% |
| M240I | Petrol | 435 | 2% |
| M2 Competition | Petrol | 368 | 2% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 84% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution. |
| 2019 | 91.9% | a tyre seriously damaged, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2018 | 92.4% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a tyre cords visible or damaged |
| 2017 | 92.3% | a tyre cords visible or damaged, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
1 earlier years
| 2016 | 92.5% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre cords visible or damaged |
Typical mileage
Half of all M2s tested had between 27,966 and 58,676 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 32,796 median miles, the M2 has 0.023 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 M2 MOT pass rate?
The BMW M2 has a 92.3% MOT pass rate based on 9,781 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a BMW M2?
The most common MOT failure on the BMW M2 is a tyre cords visible or damaged, which caused 144 failures. Other common issues include a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened.
How many BMW M2s are on UK roads?
There are 23,932 BMW M2s currently licensed on UK roads, with 590 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a BMW M2 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a BMW M2 is 32,796 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 27,966 and 58,676 miles.
Buying a used M2?
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.
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