Bmw 218i se auto
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 4 years from 1,845 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
93%
Total Tests
1,845
Best Year
2021 (97%)
Years Covered
4
About the Bmw 218i se auto
The Bmw 218i se auto has been tested 1,845 times in 2026 MOT data across 4 model years (2018 to 2021), with an average pass rate of 93%. That's comfortably above the national average of 82%, making it a reliable choice. Available as petrol.
Best and Worst Years
The 2021 model is the most reliable with a 97% pass rate from 88 tests. The 2019 model has the lowest at 90%. The 7 point spread between years means reliability varies somewhat, but no year is dramatically different.
Reliability Trend
Newer BMW 218I SE AUTOs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 5 percentage points.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2018) averages 55,600 miles, while the newest (2021) averages 21,693 miles.
Compared to the Bmw brand average of 88%, the 218i se auto performs 5 points better, making it one of the more reliable options in the Bmw range.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Bmw 218i se auto by Year
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