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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the BMW 218d M Sport. Check any 218d M Sport by registration number below.

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90.0%

Avg Pass Rate

+0.1%

vs BMW Avg

4

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

BMW 218d M Sport — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW 218d M Sport has an average MOT pass rate of 90.0%, which is 0.1 percentage points above the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 218d M Sport is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a BMW 218d M Sport fails its MOT are a tyre seriously damaged. If you are preparing your 218d M Sport 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 218d M 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 218d M Sport performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 380 vehicles

89.2%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

2.9%

Retest Rate

12.2%

Mileage at 3yr

57k mi

2020

Based on 225 vehicles

88.9%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

4.7%

Retest Rate

12.7%

Mileage at 3yr

44k mi

2019

Based on 94 vehicles

89.4%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

6.0%

Retest Rate

10.0%

Mileage at 5yr

77k mi

0

Based on 145 vehicles

92.4%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 5yr

31k mi

Top MOT Failures — BMW 218d M Sport

The most common reasons a BMW 218d M Sport fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

A tyre seriously damaged

2.6%
BMW 218d M Sport Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Rear Nearside

1.8%

Front Offside

1.8%

Front

1.3%

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 218d M Sport

BMW 218d M Sport — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW 218d M Sport MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW 218d M Sport?
The average MOT pass rate for the BMW 218d M Sport is 90.0% 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 218d M Sport?
The most common MOT failures on the BMW 218d M Sport are: A tyre seriously damaged (2.6%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the BMW 218d M Sport reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 90.0%, the BMW 218d M 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 218d M 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 218d M Sport?
Typical mileage for the BMW 218d M Sport: 56,501 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 218d M Sport to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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