BMW 125 (2019)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 70 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
93%
Total Tests (2024)
70
Avg Mileage
53,948 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,772
Is the 2019 BMW 125 reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 11 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the BMW brand average of 88%.
At 5 years old, 93% of BMW 125s from 2019 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 70 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 53,948 miles.
How does the 2019 BMW 125 compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2019 BMW 125 has 53,948 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 37,000 miles for a 5-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
Best year to buy a BMW 125?
The most reliable year is the 2017 model with a 93% MOT pass rate, while the 2009 model has the lowest at 83%. The 2019 sits between the two at 93%.
How much does a 2019 BMW 125 cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
BMW 125 by Year
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About the 2019 BMW 125
The 2019 BMW 125 is a premium with a 1998cc petrol engine. 70 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2019, the average MOT pass rate is 90%, and this model beats that benchmark.
With an average of 53,948 miles at 5 years old, BMW 125 owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2019 BMW 125 Fuel Costs
The 1998cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,327 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2019 BMW 125?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,772 (£148/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 93% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
BMW 125 Reliability Trend
Newer BMW 125s show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 4 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2019 BMW 125
At 5 years old, the BMW 125 offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2017 model has the highest pass rate at 93%. Note: with only 70 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2019 BMW 125
The BMW 125 is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol premiums from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FOCUS (2017) 89% pass rate (-4%) from 109,241 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2019) 92% pass rate (-1%) from 89,653 tests
- FORD KUGA (2018) 90% pass rate (-3%) from 67,605 tests
- MINI COOPER (2018) 92% pass rate (-1%) from 55,706 tests