2019 Bmw M340I Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 2,349 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Bmw M340I Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, suspension and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 90.4% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (89.8%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 6.8% | 160 |
| 2 | Suspension | 1.2% | 28 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 0.9% | 21 |
| 4 | Other defects | 0.8% | 19 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.7% | 16 |
| 6 | Visibility | 0.6% | 15 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tread depth | 46 |
| 2 | Registration plates | 33 |
| 3 | Ball joint | 26 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 22 |
| 5 | Brake pads | 11 |
| 6 | Washers | 9 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 11.1% | 260 |
| 2 | Brakes | 3.9% | 92 |
| 3 | Other defects | 3.7% | 87 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.8% | 42 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.5% | 13 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.5% | 12 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 1,159 | 8.4% |
| 30-60k | 1,019 | 10.6% |
| 60-90k | 149 | 12.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 580 | 9.8% |
| 2023 | 579 | 8.5% |
| 2024 | 594 | 9.8% |
| 2025 | 585 | 10.6% |
What to check before buying a 2019 M340I Auto
Before buying a 2019 Bmw M340I Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 6.8% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (6.8% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Suspension (1.2% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Lighting & signalling (0.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2019 Bmw M340I Autos pass their MOT?
90.4% of the 2,349 2019 Bmw M340I Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Bmw M340I Auto?
Tyres, recorded in 6.8% of tests, followed by suspension (1.2%).
Does the 2019 M340I Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.4% in the 0-30k band to 12.8% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,349 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.