BMW 220I LUXURY AUTO (2018)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 340 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
94%
Total Tests (2024)
340
Avg Mileage
32,630 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,772
Is the 2018 BMW 220I LUXURY AUTO reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 12 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the BMW brand average of 88%.
At 6 years old, 94% of BMW 220I LUXURY AUTOs from 2018 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 340 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 32,630 miles.
How does the 2018 BMW 220I LUXURY AUTO compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2018 BMW 220I LUXURY AUTO has 32,630 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
How much does a 2018 BMW 220I LUXURY AUTO 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.
BMW 220I LUXURY AUTO by Year
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About the 2018 BMW 220I LUXURY AUTO
The 2018 BMW 220I LUXURY AUTO is a premium with a 1998cc petrol engine. 340 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It ranks in the top 22% of all 2018 cars for reliability.
With an average of 32,630 miles at 6 years old, BMW 220I LUXURY AUTO owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2018 BMW 220I LUXURY AUTO Fuel Costs
The 1998cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,327 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2018 BMW 220I LUXURY AUTO?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,772 (£148/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £190 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.
BMW 220I LUXURY AUTO Reliability Trend
Older BMW 220I LUXURY AUTOs tend to have better MOT pass rates than newer ones, with an average decline of 4 percentage points across model years.
Buying a Used 2018 BMW 220I LUXURY AUTO
At 6 years old, the BMW 220I LUXURY AUTO offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost.
Alternatives to the 2018 BMW 220I LUXURY AUTO
The BMW 220I LUXURY AUTO is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol premiums from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
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