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8 Model Years Analyzed

BMW 218
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics

Average pass rate across all model years (2014-2021), based on 52,651 DVSA recorded tests.

88.7%

Average Pass Rate

8

Model Years

53k

Tests Analyzed

Most Tested Year

2016 BMW 218 MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures

88% pass rateBased on 13,303 DVSA tests

Pass Rate by Year

202166.7%

6 tests

202091.5%

2,343 tests

201990.8%

4,107 tests

201889.7%

8,971 tests

201789.3%

11,082 tests

201688%

13,303 tests

201587.7%

10,070 tests

201484.4%

2,769 tests

Most Common Failures Across All Years

  1. 1A tyre seriously damaged
  2. 2Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
  3. 3a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm
  4. 4Brake disc or drum excessively weakened, insecure or fractured
  5. 5Any fracture or welding defect on a wheel
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average MOT pass rate for a BMW 218?

The BMW 218 has an average 88.7% MOT pass rate across model years 2014 to 2021, based on DVSA test data.

What are the most common MOT failures on a BMW 218?

The most common MOT failure reasons for the BMW 218 across all years are: a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.

Which BMW 218 year has the best MOT pass rate?

MOT pass rates vary by year - newer models typically have higher pass rates. Check our year-by-year breakdown above to compare pass rates for specific BMW 218 model years.