BMW 218D LUXURY (2020)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 30 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
83%
Total Tests (2024)
30
Avg Mileage
40,089 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,632
Is the 2020 BMW 218D LUXURY reliable?
Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%. It falls below the BMW brand average of 88%.
At 4 years old, 83% of BMW 218D LUXURYs from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 30 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 40,089 miles.
How does the 2020 BMW 218D LUXURY compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2020 BMW 218D LUXURY has 40,089 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
How much does a 2020 BMW 218D LUXURY 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.
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About the 2020 BMW 218D LUXURY
The 2020 BMW 218D LUXURY is a premium with a 1995cc diesel engine. 30 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 96% of 2020 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 40,089 miles at 4 years old, BMW 218D LUXURY owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2020 BMW 218D LUXURY Fuel Costs
The 1995cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 48 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,037 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 218D LUXURY?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,632 (£136/month), broken down as £1037 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 83% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.
Buying a Used 2020 BMW 218D LUXURY
At 4 years old, the BMW 218D 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 30 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2020 BMW 218D 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 (+9%) from 111,972 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2019) 89% pass rate (+6%) from 93,803 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO (2018) 84% pass rate (+1%) from 79,867 tests
- FORD KUGA (2019) 91% pass rate (+8%) from 72,831 tests