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BMW M4 Competition Package S-a Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the BMW M4 Competition Package S-a reliable? We analysed 586 real MOT tests across 272 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 586 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
88.6%
Typical Mileage
32,578mi
Annual Mileage
4,071mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The BMW M4 Competition Package S-a is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used BMW M4 Competition Package S-a.

BMW M4 Competition Package S-a Number Plates

Number plates registered to a BMW M4 Competition Package S-a. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

BMW M4 Competition Package S-a Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on BMW M4 Competition Package S-a models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 265/30/20 ply exposed inner edge 1
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 265/30/20 ply exposed inner edge 1

BMW M4 Competition Package S-a Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical BMW M4 Competition Package S-a owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
2,376 mi/yr
Typical
4,071 mi/yr
Average
4,857 mi/yr
Heavy usage
6,685 mi/yr

BMW M4 Competition Package S-a Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all BMW M4 Competition Package S-a MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
32,578 mi
75th Percentile
45,254 mi
95th Percentile
70,198 mi
Max Recorded
133,425 mi

How Does the BMW M4 Competition Package S-a Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
BMW M4 Competition Package S-a THIS CAR 88.6% 586 32,578 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
Volvo V90 R-design + T8 PHEV AWD A 90.1% 463 51,094 mi — yrs

Compared to the BMW 3 Series (75.1% pass rate) and the BMW 118 (81.5% pass rate), the BMW M4 Competition Package S-a outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used BMW M4 Competition Package S-a?

The BMW M4 Competition Package S-a has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.6% across 586 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 265/30/20 ply exposed inner edge. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a BMW M4 Competition Package S-a 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 M4 Competition Package S-a owner drives around 4,071 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 M4 Competition Package S-a — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the BMW M4 Competition Package S-a reliable?
Based on 586 MOT tests, the BMW M4 Competition Package S-a has a 88.6% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a BMW M4 Competition Package S-a?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a BMW M4 Competition Package S-a do per year?
The typical BMW M4 Competition Package S-a does around 4,071 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a BMW M4 Competition Package S-a last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a BMW M4 Competition Package S-a?
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.