BMW 430 (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 73 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
95%
Total Tests (2024)
73
Avg Mileage
27,584 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,772
Is the 2021 BMW 430 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 3 years old, 95% of BMW 430s from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 73 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 27,584 miles.
How does the 2021 BMW 430 compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 BMW 430 has 27,584 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 430 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.
BMW 430 by Year
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About the 2021 BMW 430
The 2021 BMW 430 is a premium with a 1998cc petrol engine. 73 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model beats that benchmark.
With an average of 27,584 miles at 3 years old, BMW 430 owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2021 BMW 430 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 2021 BMW 430?
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.
BMW 430 Reliability Trend
Newer BMW 430s show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 4 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2021 BMW 430
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. Note: with only 73 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2021 BMW 430
The BMW 430 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
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2020) 93% pass rate (-2%) from 52,321 tests
- MINI COOPER (2019) 92% pass rate (-3%) from 52,140 tests
- HYUNDAI TUCSON (2019) 90% pass rate (-5%) from 42,920 tests