BMW 216D LUXURY (2020)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 37 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
73%
Total Tests (2024)
37
Avg Mileage
31,458 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,650
Is the 2020 BMW 216D LUXURY reliable?
Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's 9 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the BMW brand average of 88%.
At 4 years old, 73% of BMW 216D LUXURYs from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 37 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 31,458 miles.
How does the 2020 BMW 216D LUXURY compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2020 BMW 216D LUXURY has 31,458 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2020 BMW 216D LUXURY cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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About the 2020 BMW 216D LUXURY
The 2020 BMW 216D LUXURY is a premium with a 1496cc diesel engine. 37 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 100% of 2020 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 31,458 miles at 4 years old, BMW 216D LUXURY owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2020 BMW 216D LUXURY Fuel Costs
The 1496cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 55 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £905 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2020 BMW 216D LUXURY?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,650 (£138/month), broken down as £905 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 73% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.
Buying a Used 2020 BMW 216D LUXURY
At 4 years old, the BMW 216D LUXURY offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. Note: with only 37 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2020 BMW 216D LUXURY
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines:
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2018) 92% pass rate (+19%) from 111,972 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2019) 89% pass rate (+16%) from 93,803 tests
- MERCEDES A (2019) 91% pass rate (+18%) from 89,588 tests
- MERCEDES A-CLASS (2018) 89% pass rate (+16%) from 81,134 tests