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

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87.3%

Avg Pass Rate

-2.7%

vs BMW Avg

4

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

BMW 216d Sport — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW 216d Sport has an average MOT pass rate of 87.3%, which is 2.7 percentage points below the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 216d Sport is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used BMW 216d Sport, 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 216d Sport performs at MOT across different model years.

2020

Based on 46 vehicles

84.8%Good
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

3.8%

Retest Rate

19.2%

Mileage at 3yr

51k mi

2019

Based on 55 vehicles

92.7%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

3.1%

Mileage at 5yr

88k mi

2018

Based on 137 vehicles

82.5%Good
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

5.6%

Retest Rate

22.2%

Mileage at 5yr

77k mi

0

Based on 118 vehicles

89.0%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 5yr

43k mi

Where Failures Occur

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

Rear Offside

8.7%

Rear

2.2%

Front

2.2%

Other BMW Models

Compare MOT reliability across BMW models.

BMW 420d Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto

90.4% pass rate

BMW X2 Sdrive18d Sport

87.3% pass rate

BMW X2 Sdrive18d M Sport X Auto

87.0% pass rate

BMW 550

82.4% pass rate

BMW 316 I

89.0% pass rate

BMW 540i Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto

75.6% pass rate

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 216d Sport

BMW 216d Sport — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW 216d Sport MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW 216d Sport?
The average MOT pass rate for the BMW 216d Sport is 87.3% 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 216d Sport?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the BMW 216d Sport reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 87.3%, the BMW 216d Sport 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 216d Sport?
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 216d Sport?
Typical mileage for the BMW 216d Sport: 51,333 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 216d Sport to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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