Bmw 218i sport
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 4 years from 3,940 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
91%
Total Tests
3,940
Best Year
2019 (92%)
Years Covered
4
About the Bmw 218i sport
The Bmw 218i sport has been tested 3,940 times in 2026 MOT data across 4 model years (2018 to 2021), with an average pass rate of 91%. That's comfortably above the national average of 82%, making it a reliable choice. Available as petrol.
Best and Worst Years
The 2019 model is the most reliable with a 92% pass rate from 989 tests. The 2020 model has the lowest at 90%. With just a 2 point spread, the 218i sport is consistently reliable regardless of year.
Reliability Trend
The BMW 218I SPORT has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 2 percentage points.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2018) averages 44,775 miles, while the newest (2021) averages 27,737 miles.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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