2014 BMW M3 · 1,383 MOT tests
2014 BMW M3 reliability
2014 BMW M3s fail 8.9% of first MOT tests, 66% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 6 of 18 M3 years (1,383 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
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- first-time fail rate (all BMW M3s: 12.5%)
- 8.9%
- first-time fail rate (all BMW M3s: 12.5%)
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- 66% fewer
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 9
- 59,735
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 9
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
- 1,383
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
Year on year
2014 against the years either side
- 2013 cars: 65% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2014 car does better)
- 2015 cars: 69% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2014 car does worse)
- Weak spot: number plates and vin, 1% of tests fail here (290% above cars of the same age and mileage).
- Strong point: lights and electrics, 88% fewer fails than comparable cars.
- Plates: a 2014 car carries a 63 plate (January–February 2014), or a 14 plate (March–August 2014), or a 64 plate (September–December 2014).
Common problems
What fails on a 2014 BMW M3
Fail rate by area
- Suspension2.5%
- Tyres2.5%
- Exhaust, emissions and leaks1.9%
- Brakes1.6%
- Lights and electrics1.1%
- Windscreen, wipers and mirrors1%
- Number plates and VIN1%
Average for cars of the same age and mileage
Top failures
Coil spring fractured or broken 1.08%
A broken coil spring can leave the car sitting low or unstable, so it must be replaced before driving.
Tyre ply or cords exposed 1.01%
Exposed ply or cords can let the tyre fail suddenly, so the tyre must be replaced before the car is driven.
Number plate does not meet standards 0.58%
The plate does not meet legal specifications, so it must be replaced with a compliant one before the car is driven.
Tyre cut reaching ply or cords 0.43%
A cut reaching the ply or cords weakens the tyre and can cause a burst, so it must be replaced.
Tyre tread below 1.6mm 0.43%
Tread below 1.6mm is illegal and reduces grip in wet conditions, so the tyre must be replaced.
Suspension ball joint excessively worn 0.36%
A worn ball joint can fail and cause loss of steering control, so it must be replaced promptly.
Common advisories
Tyre worn close to legal limit (3.76%) · Brake disc pitted or scored (2.1%) · Brake pads wearing thin (0.94%) · Tyre slightly damaged or cracking (0.87%) · Engine oil leak, not excessive (0.8%) · Child seat limits belt inspection (0.8%)
Other years
Every BMW M3 year
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Source: DVSA anonymised MOT results, 2022 to 2024, class 4 normal tests.
Is a 2014 BMW M3 reliable?
2014 BMW M3s fail 8.9% of first MOT tests, 66% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 6 of 18 M3 years (1,383 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
What fails on a 2014 BMW M3 MOT?
Most often coil spring fractured or broken (1.08% of tests), tyre ply or cords exposed (1.01% of tests), number plate does not meet standards (0.58% of tests).
How many miles should a 2014 BMW M3 have done?
At its MOT aged about 9, a typical 2014 BMW M3 shows 59,735 miles. Much higher or lower is worth asking about.
What plate is a 2014 car?
A car first registered in 2014 carries a 63 plate (January–February 2014), or a 14 plate (March–August 2014), or a 64 plate (September–December 2014).
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