BMW 135 (2016)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 75 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
97%
Total Tests (2024)
75
Avg Mileage
67,441 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,097
Is the 2016 BMW 135 reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 15 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the BMW brand average of 88%.
At 8 years old, 97% of BMW 135s from 2016 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 75 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 67,441 miles.
How does the 2016 BMW 135 compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2016 BMW 135 has 67,441 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 59,200 miles for a 8-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2016 BMW 135 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 135 by Year
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About the 2016 BMW 135
The 2016 BMW 135 is a premium performance with a 2979cc petrol engine. 75 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 9% of all 2016 cars for reliability.
With an average of 67,441 miles at 8 years old, BMW 135 owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2016 BMW 135 Fuel Costs
The 2979cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2016 BMW 135?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,097 (£175/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 97% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
BMW 135 Reliability Trend
Newer BMW 135s show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 4 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2016 BMW 135
At 8 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. Note: with only 75 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2016 BMW 135
The BMW 135 is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol premium performances from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- BMW 3 SERIES (2014) 87% pass rate (-10%) from 63,059 tests
- BMW 5 SERIES (2018) 91% pass rate (-6%) from 40,272 tests
- LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER SPORT (2018) 93% pass rate (-4%) from 34,257 tests
- AUDI TT (2016) 92% pass rate (-5%) from 20,366 tests