BMW 218D Luxury Auto (2019)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 181 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,852

£154/month

MOT Pass Rate

94%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 18-32

1995cc Diesel

Great Choice

94% pass rate, £1,852/year to run. 12 points above average.

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Diesel1995cc7 years old181 tests48k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Diesel, 1995cc)

~48 mpg

£1,397

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,852

Per month£154/mo

Per week£36/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), diesel at 199.33p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

94% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 12 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the BMW brand average of 88%.

94% of MOT tests on BMW 218D Luxury Autos from 2019 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 5 years old. That's based on 181 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 47,961 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2019 models320th of 1,380(top 24%)

Rank among BMW models285th of 1,548(top 19%)

vs average of all models+12%(82% avg)

vs 2019 models average+4%(90% avg)

vs BMW average+6%(88% avg)

Mileage Analysis

47,961

Average miles

37,000

Expected for age

The average 2019 BMW 218D Luxury Auto had 47,961 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, 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.

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BMW 218D Luxury Auto by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2021	87%	31	43,394 mi
2020	95%	60	31,781 mi
2019	94%	181	47,961 mi
2018	98%	60	46,705 mi

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About the 2019 BMW 218D Luxury Auto

The 2019 BMW 218D Luxury Auto is a premium car. Our records list a 1995cc diesel engine, though engines vary between versions. 181 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 24% of all 2019 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 47,961 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, BMW 218D Luxury Auto owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2019 BMW 218D Luxury Auto 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 £1,397 per year with diesel at 199.33p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year). Diesel cars of this age should have their DPF (diesel particulate filter) checked, as replacements can be costly.

What does it cost to own a 2019 BMW 218D Luxury Auto?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,852 (£154/month), broken down as £1,397 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 94% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2019 BMW 218D Luxury Auto

At 7 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.

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter)

Watch out

Short journeys clog the DPF. Replacement costs £1,000-£2,500. Check the DPF warning light and ask about driving patterns.

Turbo Wear

Medium risk

Diesel turbos work harder and wear faster. Listen for whining noises and check for oil leaks around the turbo housing.

AdBlue System

Medium risk

Post-2015 diesels use AdBlue for emissions. Sensor failures and tank heater issues are common. Budget £200-£500 for repairs.

EGR Valve

Watch out

Exhaust Gas Recirculation valves clog with carbon deposits, causing rough running and poor economy. Cleaning costs £150-£300, replacement £300-£600.

Suspension Wear

Medium risk

Shock absorbers, springs, and anti-roll bar links typically need attention around this age. Listen for clunks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2019 BMW 218D Luxury Auto stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
BMW 218D Luxury Auto(2019)	94%	£1,397	£200	Grp 18-32	£1,852
Volkswagen Golf(2017)	91%	£1,219	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,674-£178
Ford Focus(2019)	89%	£1,219	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,824-£28
Volkswagen Polo(2018)	84%	£1,219	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,824-£28
Ford Kuga(2019)	91%	£1,397	£200	Grp 18-32	£1,852same

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2019 BMW 218D Luxury Auto

Is the 2019 BMW 218D Luxury Auto reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 94% of MOT tests on 2019 BMW 218D Luxury Autos ended in a pass, from 181 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 12 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2019 BMW 218D Luxury Auto cost to run?

Our estimate is £1,852 a year (£154 a month): £1,397 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £200 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2019 BMW 218D Luxury Auto?

94% of 181 MOT tests on the 2019 BMW 218D Luxury Auto ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 320th of 1,380 models first registered in 2019 (top 24%).

What is the average mileage for a 2019 BMW 218D Luxury Auto?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2019 BMW 218D Luxury Auto is 47,961 miles, 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.