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BMW 218i Sport Auto MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the BMW 218i Sport Auto. Check any 218i Sport Auto by registration number below.

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93.3%

Avg Pass Rate

+3.4%

vs BMW Avg

6

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

BMW 218i Sport Auto — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW 218i Sport Auto has an average MOT pass rate of 93.3%, which is 3.4 percentage points above the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 218i Sport Auto is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a BMW 218i Sport Auto fails its MOT are windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen, a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. If you are preparing your 218i Sport Auto for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used BMW 218i Sport Auto, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the BMW 218i Sport Auto performs at MOT across different model years.

2022

Based on 30 vehicles

100.0%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Mileage at 3yr

37k mi

2021

Based on 1,118 vehicles

90.7%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

2.1%

Retest Rate

10.2%

Mileage at 3yr

43k mi

2020

Based on 464 vehicles

91.2%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

1.4%

Retest Rate

9.4%

Mileage at 3yr

43k mi

2019

Based on 640 vehicles

93.3%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

2.0%

Retest Rate

6.0%

Mileage at 5yr

57k mi

2018

Based on 265 vehicles

91.7%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

3.3%

Retest Rate

13.2%

Mileage at 5yr

49k mi

0

Based on 608 vehicles

92.9%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 5yr

27k mi

Top MOT Failures — BMW 218i Sport Auto

The most common reasons a BMW 218i Sport Auto fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen

3.0%
2

A tyre seriously damaged

1.6%
3

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

1.1%
BMW 218i Sport Auto Common Faults & Repair Costs

Other BMW Models

Compare MOT reliability across BMW models.

BMW 420d Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto

90.4% pass rate

BMW X2 Sdrive18d Sport

87.3% pass rate

BMW X2 Sdrive18d M Sport X Auto

87.0% pass rate

BMW 550

82.4% pass rate

BMW 316 I

89.0% pass rate

BMW 540i Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto

75.6% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for BMW 218i Sport Auto

BMW 218i Sport Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW 218i Sport Auto MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW 218i Sport Auto?
The average MOT pass rate for the BMW 218i Sport Auto is 93.3% compared to the BMW average of 89.9%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a BMW 218i Sport Auto?
The most common MOT failures on the BMW 218i Sport Auto are: Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen (3.0%), A tyre seriously damaged (1.6%), Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (1.1%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the BMW 218i Sport Auto reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 93.3%, the BMW 218i Sport Auto is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a BMW 218i Sport Auto?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a BMW 218i Sport Auto?
Typical mileage for the BMW 218i Sport Auto: 37,424 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 218i Sport Auto to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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