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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the BMW 216. Check any 216 by registration number below.

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85.7%

Avg Pass Rate

-4.2%

vs BMW Avg

5

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

BMW 216 — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW 216 has an average MOT pass rate of 85.7%, which is 4.2 percentage points below the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 216 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a BMW 216 fails its MOT are the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. If you are preparing your 216 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used BMW 216, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the BMW 216 performs at MOT across different model years.

2018

Based on 1,072 vehicles

87.2%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

4.3%

Retest Rate

12.4%

Mileage at 5yr

76k mi

2017

Based on 3,720 vehicles

86.5%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

4.1%

Retest Rate

13.6%

Mileage at 5yr

89k mi

2016

Based on 4,317 vehicles

83.7%Good
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

4.4%

Retest Rate

16.2%

2015

Based on 2,540 vehicles

84.4%Good
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

4.2%

Retest Rate

15.6%

Mileage at 10yr

116k mi

0

Based on 5,376 vehicles

86.6%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 5yr

66k mi

Top MOT Failures — BMW 216

The most common reasons a BMW 216 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

1.6%
2

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

1.5%
3

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

1.4%
4

a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm

1.1%
5

A tyre seriously damaged

1.1%
BMW 216 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

3.7%

Front Offside

2.5%

Front

1.5%

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87.3% pass rate

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87.0% pass rate

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82.4% pass rate

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89.0% pass rate

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Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for BMW 216

BMW 216 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW 216 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW 216?
The average MOT pass rate for the BMW 216 is 85.7% compared to the BMW average of 89.9%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a BMW 216?
The most common MOT failures on the BMW 216 are: The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (1.6%), A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (1.5%), Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (1.4%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the BMW 216 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 85.7%, the BMW 216 is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a BMW 216?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a BMW 216?
Typical mileage for the BMW 216: 75,584 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 216 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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