Bmw 428
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 4 years from 6,199 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
88%
Total Tests
6,199
Best Year
2014 (88%)
Years Covered
4
About the Bmw 428
The Bmw 428 has been tested 6,199 times in 2026 MOT data across 4 model years (2013 to 2016), with an average pass rate of 88%. That's comfortably above the national average of 82%, making it a reliable choice. Available as petrol.
Best and Worst Years
The 2014 model is the most reliable with a 88% pass rate from 3,139 tests. The 2016 model has the lowest at 87%. With just a 1 point spread, the 428 is consistently reliable regardless of year.
Reliability Trend
The BMW 428 has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 1 percentage points.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2013) averages 77,821 miles, while the newest (2016) averages 58,549 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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Bmw 428 by Year
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