Bmw 318i se auto
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 2 years from 144 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
86%
Total Tests
144
Best Year
2021 (87%)
Years Covered
2
About the Bmw 318i se auto
The Bmw 318i se auto has been tested 144 times in 2026 MOT data across 2 model years (2020 to 2021), with an average pass rate of 86%. That's slightly above the national average of 82%. Available as petrol.
Best and Worst Years
The 2021 model is the most reliable with a 87% pass rate from 106 tests. The 2020 model has the lowest at 84%. With just a 3 point spread, the 318i se auto is consistently reliable regardless of year.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2020) averages 35,759 miles, while the newest (2021) averages 30,236 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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