BMW M2 Competition (2020)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 224 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£2,413

£201/month

MOT Pass Rate

95%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 30-42

2979cc Petrol

Great Choice

95% pass rate, £2,413/year to run. 13 points above average.

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Petrol2979cc6 years old224 tests20k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 2979cc)

~30 mpg

£1,958

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£2,413

Per month£201/mo

Per week£46/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

95% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 13 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the BMW brand average of 88%.

95% of MOT tests on BMW M2 Competitions from 2020 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 4 years old. That's based on 224 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 20,122 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2020 models543rd of 2,554(top 22%)

Rank among BMW models198th of 1,548(top 13%)

vs average of all models+13%(82% avg)

vs 2020 models average+3%(92% avg)

vs BMW average+7%(88% avg)

Mileage Analysis

20,122

Average miles

29,600

Expected for age

The average 2020 BMW M2 Competition had 20,122 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is below the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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Best Year to Buy?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2019 model has the highest MOT pass rate at 95%, while the 2018 model has the lowest at 91%. The 2020 scores 95%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.

BMW M2 Competition by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2020	95%	224	20,122 mi
2019	95%	545	29,167 mi
2018	91%	264	29,582 mi

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About the 2020 BMW M2 Competition

The 2020 BMW M2 Competition is a premium performance car. Our records list a 2979cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 224 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It ranks in the top 22% of all 2020 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 20,122 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, BMW M2 Competition owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2020 BMW M2 Competition Fuel Costs

The 2979cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,958 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2020 BMW M2 Competition?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,413 (£201/month), broken down as £1,958 fuel, £200 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 M2 Competition Reliability Trend

Newer BMW M2 Competitions pass their MOT more often than older ones, by 4 percentage points on average, which is mostly down to age and wear.

Buying a Used 2020 BMW M2 Competition

At 6 years old, the BMW M2 Competition offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2019 model has the highest pass rate at 95%.

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Timing Chain / Belt

Watch out

At 6 years old, check whether the timing belt has been replaced (typically due every 5-7 years or 60,000-100,000 miles). A snapped belt can destroy the engine.

Oil Consumption

Low risk

Larger petrol engines can develop higher oil consumption as they age. Check the oil level and look for blue smoke from the exhaust.

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 M2 Competition stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
BMW M2 Competition(2020)	95%	£1,958	£200	Grp 30-42	£2,413
BMW 5 Series(2018)	91%	£1,958	£200	Grp 30-42	£2,413same
Land Rover Range Rover Sport(2018)	93%	£1,958	£200	Grp 30-42	£2,413same
BMW X3(2019)	92%	£1,958	£200	Grp 30-42	£2,413same
Mercedes GLC(2019)	93%	£1,958	£200	Grp 30-42	£2,413same

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2020 BMW M2 Competition

Is the 2020 BMW M2 Competition reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 95% of MOT tests on 2020 BMW M2 Competitions ended in a pass, from 224 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 13 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2020 BMW M2 Competition cost to run?

Our estimate is £2,413 a year (£201 a month): £1,958 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £200 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2020 BMW M2 Competition?

95% of 224 MOT tests on the 2020 BMW M2 Competition ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 543rd of 2,554 models first registered in 2020 (top 22%).

Which year BMW M2 Competition has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2019 BMW M2 Competition has the highest MOT pass rate at 95% and the 2018 the lowest at 91%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2020 BMW M2 Competition?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2020 BMW M2 Competition is 20,122 miles, which is below the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.