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BMW 225XE SPORT AUTO (2021)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 125 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

96%

Total Tests (2024)

125

Avg Mileage

28,167 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,582

Is the 2021 BMW 225XE SPORT AUTO reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 14 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the BMW brand average of 88%.

At 3 years old, 96% of BMW 225XE SPORT AUTOs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 125 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 28,167 miles.

How does the 2021 BMW 225XE SPORT AUTO compare?

Rank among all 2021 cars648th out of 3,373(top 19%)
Rank among all BMW models147th out of 1,564(top 9%)
vs national average+14% (82% avg)
vs 2021 cars average+4% (92% avg)
vs BMW average+8% (88% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2021 BMW 225XE SPORT AUTO has 28,167 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-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 2021 BMW 225XE SPORT AUTO cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Hybrid, 1499cc)
£1,137
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,582
Per month£132/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

BMW 225XE SPORT AUTO by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202196%12528,167 mi
202094%27836,015 mi
201994%45042,064 mi
201892%17156,131 mi

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About the 2021 BMW 225XE SPORT AUTO

The 2021 BMW 225XE SPORT AUTO is a premium with a 1499cc hybrid engine. 125 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 19% of all 2021 cars for reliability.

With an average of 28,167 miles at 3 years old, BMW 225XE SPORT AUTO owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2021 BMW 225XE SPORT AUTO Fuel Costs

The 1499cc hybrid engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current hybrid prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). As a hybrid, real-world fuel costs will vary significantly depending on how much electric-only driving you do.

What does it cost to own a 2021 BMW 225XE SPORT AUTO?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,582 (£132/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 96% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

BMW 225XE SPORT AUTO Reliability Trend

The BMW 225XE SPORT AUTO has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 2 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2021 BMW 225XE SPORT AUTO

At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet.

Alternatives to the 2021 BMW 225XE SPORT AUTO

The BMW 225XE SPORT AUTO is actually the most reliable option among similar hybrid premiums from this era. Here are comparable hybrid cars with similar engines: