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BMW 218d Se MOT Check

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

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93.7%

Avg Pass Rate

+3.7%

vs BMW Avg

4

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

BMW 218d Se — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW 218d Se has an average MOT pass rate of 93.7%, which is 3.7 percentage points above the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 218d Se is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used BMW 218d Se, 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 Se performs at MOT across different model years.

2020

Based on 47 vehicles

97.9%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Mileage at 3yr

61k mi

2019

Based on 143 vehicles

91.6%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

1.2%

Retest Rate

5.8%

Mileage at 5yr

79k mi

2018

Based on 63 vehicles

93.7%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

4.8%

Retest Rate

2.4%

Mileage at 5yr

71k mi

0

Based on 105 vehicles

91.4%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 5yr

40k mi

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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

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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 Se

BMW 218d Se — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW 218d Se MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW 218d Se?
The average MOT pass rate for the BMW 218d Se is 93.7% 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 218d Se?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the BMW 218d Se reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 93.7%, the BMW 218d Se 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 Se?
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 Se?
Typical mileage for the BMW 218d Se: 60,959 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 218d Se to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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