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BMW 318D SE MHEV AUTO (2020)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 139 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,927

£161/month

MOT Pass Rate

87%

Good

Road Tax

£195

Flat rate/year

Insurance

Grp 18-32

1995cc Petrol

Solid Option

87% pass rate, £1927/year to run. 5 points above average.

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Petrol1995cc6 years old139 tests59k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1995cc)

~36 mpg

£1,327
Road Tax

Flat rate (post-2017)

£195
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,927
Per month£161/mo
Per week£37/wk

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

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Reliability Verdict

87% MOT pass rate(Good)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%.

At 6 years old, 87% of BMW 318D SE MHEV AUTOs from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 139 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 58,728 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2020 cars2257th of 2,596(top 87%)
Rank among BMW models1032th of 1,564(top 66%)
vs national average+5%(82% avg)
vs 2020 cars average-5%(92% avg)
vs BMW average-1%(88% avg)

Mileage Analysis

58,728

Average miles

vs

44,400

Expected for age

The average 2020 BMW 318D SE MHEV AUTO has 58,728 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-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 318D SE MHEV AUTO by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202184%11756,089 mi
202087%13958,728 mi

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About the 2020 BMW 318D SE MHEV AUTO

The 2020 BMW 318D SE MHEV AUTO is a premium with a 1995cc petrol engine. 139 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 87% of 2020 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 58,728 miles at 6 years old, BMW 318D SE MHEV AUTO owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2020 BMW 318D SE MHEV AUTO Fuel Costs

The 1995cc 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 2020 BMW 318D SE MHEV AUTO?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,927 161/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 87% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

Buying a Used 2020 BMW 318D SE MHEV AUTO

At 6 years old, the BMW 318D SE MHEV AUTO offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2020 BMW 318D SE MHEV AUTO's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

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 2020 BMW 318D SE MHEV AUTO stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
BMW 318D SE MHEV AUTO(2020)87%£1327£195Grp 18-32£1927
LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT R-DYN SE D A(2020)90%£1327£190Grp 18-32£1772-£155
BMW 520D M SPORT MHEV AUTO(2021)89%£1327£190Grp 18-32£1922-£5
BMW 320D M SPORT MHEV AUTO(2021)91%£1327£190Grp 18-32£1772-£155
VOLVO XC90 R-DESIGN B5 MHEV AWD AUTO(2021)90%£1327£190Grp 18-32£1772-£155

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

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