BMW 320I SE AUTO (2020)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 41 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
95%
Total Tests (2024)
41
Avg Mileage
38,377 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,772
Is the 2020 BMW 320I SE AUTO reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 13 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the BMW brand average of 88%.
At 4 years old, 95% of BMW 320I SE AUTOs from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 41 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 38,377 miles.
How does the 2020 BMW 320I SE AUTO compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2020 BMW 320I SE AUTO has 38,377 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-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 2020 BMW 320I SE 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.
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About the 2020 BMW 320I SE AUTO
The 2020 BMW 320I SE AUTO is a premium with a 1998cc petrol engine. 41 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 24% of all 2020 cars for reliability.
With an average of 38,377 miles at 4 years old, BMW 320I SE AUTO owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2020 BMW 320I SE 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 2020 BMW 320I SE 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 95% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Buying a Used 2020 BMW 320I SE AUTO
At 4 years old, the BMW 320I SE AUTO offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. Note: with only 41 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2020 BMW 320I SE AUTO
The BMW 320I SE AUTO is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol premiums from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2019) 92% pass rate (-3%) from 89,653 tests
- FORD KUGA (2018) 90% pass rate (-5%) from 67,605 tests
- MINI COOPER (2018) 92% pass rate (-3%) from 55,706 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2020) 93% pass rate (-2%) from 52,321 tests