BMW 216D Se Auto
From 428 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre seriously damaged, engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction and a tyre cords visible or damaged. The top issue, a tyre seriously damaged, caused 12 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a tyre seriously damaged | 12 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 6 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 5 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 3 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 2 |
| brake lining or pad worn down to wear indicator | 2 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 2 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 2 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 2 |
| number plate inscription missing or illegible | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 15.8% of 216D Se Auto failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 50% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £81.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 86.9% | a tyre seriously damaged, engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction |
Typical mileage
Half of all 216D Se Autos tested had between 45,542 and 68,746 miles on the clock.
At 55,056 median miles, the 216D Se Auto has 0.022 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other BMW models
| BMW 3 Series | 79.2% |
| BMW 118 | 82.8% |
| BMW 116 | 78.9% |
| BMW X5 | 85.4% |
| BMW X3 | 83.9% |
Common questions
What is the BMW 216D Se Auto MOT pass rate?
The BMW 216D Se Auto has a 88.1% MOT pass rate based on 428 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a BMW 216D Se Auto?
The most common MOT failure on the BMW 216D Se Auto is a tyre seriously damaged, which caused 12 failures. Other common issues include engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction.
What is the typical mileage of a BMW 216D Se Auto at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a BMW 216D Se Auto is 55,056 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 45,542 and 68,746 miles.
Buying a used 216D Se Auto?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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