# BMW 3 Series TÜV inspection results

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/bmw-3-series-tv-inspection-results
> Updated: 2026-08-13T18:58:13.000Z. Sources: 20. Developments: 2.

The Auto Bild TÜV-Report 2026 evaluated the BMW 3 Series, covering both the F30 generation (launched in 2011) and the G20 version (introduced in 2019). The inspection found that the vehicles generally pass Germany’s main vehicle inspection (HU) with low fault rates regarding steering, drive shafts, exhaust systems, brake lines, and rear lighting, despite some minor recorded issues.

## Claims

- Only very urgent emergencies are being admitted for inpatient treatment. (corroborated by 10 sources)
- Approximately 70 percent of the local hospital in Roldanillo is currently unusable. (corroborated by 10 sources)
- The earthquake hit the town of Roldanillo, which has approximately 45,000 inhabitants. (corroborated by 10 sources)
- The Audi A3 performs well in vehicle inspections (HU), with only sportier models showing more issues. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The Audi A3 is positioned as a more premium alternative to the Volkswagen Golf. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The fourth generation of the A3 no longer offers three-door or convertible variants. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Around 300 shops were destroyed in Roldanillo. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- At least 1,500 people may have lost their jobs due to the earthquake. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-13: Roldanillo, Colombia, faces severe damage after earthquake

An earthquake has severely damaged Roldanillo, Colombia, leaving 70 percent of its local hospital unusable and destroying approximately 300 shops, potentially impacting 1,500 jobs.

20 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/audi-a3-maintains-high-inspection-standards-in-tv-report

### 2026-07-31: BMW 3 Series Passes TÜV Inspection with Minor Flaws

Auto Bild’s 2026 TÜV report finds the BMW 3 Series (F30 & G20) largely passes inspection, noting minor issues, low fault rates and an upcoming 2026 model refresh.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bmw-3-series-passes-tv-inspection-with-minor-flaws

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