BMW 218D Sport Auto
From 287 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 tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, a tyre seriously damaged, caused 11 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 | 11 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 4 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 3 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 2 |
| a wheel with a loose or missing wheel nut, bolt or stud | 1 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 1 |
| audible warning inoperative | 1 |
| service brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 1 |
| brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn | 1 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 1 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 15.4% of 218D Sport Auto failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 53.8% 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 £86.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 88.9% | engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all 218D Sport Autos tested had between 29,681 and 54,853 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 38,930 median miles, the 218D Sport Auto has 0.029 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 218D Sport Auto MOT pass rate?
The BMW 218D Sport Auto has a 88.9% MOT pass rate based on 287 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a BMW 218D Sport Auto?
The most common MOT failure on the BMW 218D Sport Auto is a tyre seriously damaged, which caused 11 failures. Other common issues include engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction.
What is the typical mileage of a BMW 218D Sport Auto at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a BMW 218D Sport Auto is 38,930 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 29,681 and 54,853 miles.
Buying a used 218D Sport 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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