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BMW M240I Xdrive Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the BMW M240I Xdrive Auto reliable? We analysed 1,750 real MOT tests across 1,204 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,750 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
93.6%
Typical Mileage
21,830mi
Annual Mileage
6,355mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The BMW M240I Xdrive Auto is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used BMW M240I Xdrive Auto.

BMW M240I Xdrive Auto Number Plates

Number plates registered to a BMW M240I Xdrive Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

BMW M240I Xdrive Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a BMW M240I Xdrive Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

94.3%
2023
93.2%
2022

BMW M240I Xdrive Auto Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on BMW M240I Xdrive Auto models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 7
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 4
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall 3

BMW M240I Xdrive Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical BMW M240I Xdrive Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
4,057 mi/yr
Typical
6,355 mi/yr
Average
8,573 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,367 mi/yr

BMW M240I Xdrive Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the BMW M240I Xdrive Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 511 94.3% 13,994 21,488 30,924
2022 1,191 93.2% 14,829 21,830 29,452

How Long Does a BMW M240I Xdrive Auto Last?

Based on 1,204 BMW M240I Xdrive Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.4 years
Median
2.0 years

BMW M240I Xdrive Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all BMW M240I Xdrive Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
21,830 mi
75th Percentile
30,132 mi
95th Percentile
46,823 mi
Max Recorded
110,070 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used BMW M240I Xdrive Auto

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2023

94.3% MOT pass rate from 511 tests

Year to avoid
2022

93.2% MOT pass rate from 1,191 tests

The best year to buy a used BMW M240I Xdrive Auto is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.3% across 511 tests. The 2022 model year has the lowest pass rate at 93.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the BMW M240I Xdrive Auto Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
BMW M240I Xdrive Auto THIS CAR 93.6% 1,750 21,830 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
Suzuki Gsf 650 SAK6 S 87% 2,002 14,900 mi 20 yrs

Compared to the BMW 3 Series (75.1% pass rate) and the BMW 118 (81.5% pass rate), the BMW M240I Xdrive Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used BMW M240I Xdrive Auto?

The BMW M240I Xdrive Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 93.6% across 1,750 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre has ply or cords exposed. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a BMW M240I Xdrive Auto with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical BMW M240I Xdrive Auto owner drives around 6,355 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 M240I Xdrive Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the BMW M240I Xdrive Auto reliable?
Based on 1,750 MOT tests, the BMW M240I Xdrive Auto has a 93.6% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a BMW M240I Xdrive Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a BMW M240I Xdrive Auto do per year?
The typical BMW M240I Xdrive Auto does around 6,355 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a BMW M240I Xdrive Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a BMW M240I Xdrive 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.
What is the best year to buy a BMW M240I Xdrive Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used BMW M240I Xdrive Auto is 2023 with a 94.3% pass rate across 511 tests.