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BMW 330D M Sport Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the BMW 330D M Sport Auto reliable? We analysed 2,862 real MOT tests across 609 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 2,862 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
86.8%
Typical Mileage
92,235mi
Annual Mileage
8,423mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The BMW 330D M Sport Auto is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used BMW 330D M Sport Auto.

Specifications

BMW 330D M Sport Auto — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the BMW 330D M Sport Auto — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

2993cc
Engine
258bhp
Power
5.6sec
0–62 mph
131g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
2993cc
Power
258 BHP
0–62 mph
5.6 sec
Fuel type
Diesel

Body & Dimensions

Body type
Car
Common colour
Grey
Wheel plan
2 Axle Rigid Body

Fuel Economy

Fuel-economy data not held for this model.

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
131 g/km Band E
Emission class
Not Available
Road tax (12 mo.)
£145
Road tax (6 mo.)
£79.75
Insurance group
37 of 50
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative BMW 330D M Sport Auto record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

BMW 330D M Sport Auto Number Plates

Number plates registered to a BMW 330D M Sport Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

BMW 330D M Sport Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical BMW 330D M Sport Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,769 mi/yr
Typical
8,423 mi/yr
Average
9,310 mi/yr
Heavy usage
11,730 mi/yr

BMW 330D M Sport Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all BMW 330D M Sport Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
92,235 mi
75th Percentile
127,558 mi
95th Percentile
177,731 mi
Max Recorded
1,759,976 mi

How Does the BMW 330D M Sport Auto Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
BMW 330D M Sport Auto THIS CAR 86.8% 2,862 92,235 mi — yrs
BMW 3 Series 75.1% 12,840,406 90,743 mi 37 yrs
BMW 118 81.5% 1,923,256 64,042 mi 22 yrs
BMW X5 77% 1,735,343 83,401 mi 25 yrs
Kawasaki Zx 1000 Hbf Abs 90.6% 1,979 16,080 mi 15 yrs

Compared to the BMW 3 Series (75.1% pass rate) and the BMW 118 (81.5% pass rate), the BMW 330D M Sport Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used BMW 330D M Sport Auto?

The BMW 330D M Sport Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.8% across 2,862 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical BMW 330D M Sport Auto owner drives around 8,423 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

BMW 330D M Sport Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the BMW 330D M Sport Auto reliable?
Based on 2,862 MOT tests, the BMW 330D M Sport Auto has a 86.8% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a BMW 330D M Sport Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a BMW 330D M Sport Auto do per year?
The typical BMW 330D M Sport Auto does around 8,423 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a BMW 330D M Sport Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a BMW 330D M Sport Auto?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.