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

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97.8%

Avg Pass Rate

+7.9%

vs BMW Avg

3

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

BMW 218i — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW 218i has an average MOT pass rate of 97.8%, which is 7.9 percentage points above the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 218i is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

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

2021

Based on 85 vehicles

96.5%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 5yr

95k mi

2020

Based on 93 vehicles

96.8%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%

2017

Based on 56 vehicles

100.0%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%

Other BMW Models

Compare MOT reliability across BMW models.

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90.4% pass rate

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87.3% pass rate

BMW X2 Sdrive18d M Sport X Auto

87.0% pass rate

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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 218i

BMW 218i — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW 218i MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW 218i?
The average MOT pass rate for the BMW 218i is 97.8% 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 218i?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the BMW 218i reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 97.8%, the BMW 218i 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 218i?
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 218i?
Typical mileage for the BMW 218i: 94,781 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 218i to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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