How reliable is the BMW 216?
Owner-reported reliability data: inspection results, typical mileage, and the most common failures.
The BMW 216 passes first-time inspections at roughly the European average. The most commonly reported issues are the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. Typical mileage by age and a year-by-year breakdown of reliability are shown below. All figures are owner-reported real-world data, not a marketing rating.
Above average reliability
Based on 4,317 inspection tests. First-time pass rate: 83.7%.
BMW 216 reliability by year
How the BMW 216 performs at first-time inspection, broken down by the year cohort. Empty cells mean we don't have enough owner-reported data for that year yet.
| Year cohort | Pass rate | Typical mileage @ 5 yrs |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 84.4% | – |
| 2016 | 83.7% | – |
| 2017 | 86.5% | 88,571 km |
| 2018 | 87.2% | 75,584 km |
Model-level pattern, not per-car prediction
These figures describe the BMW 216 as a model. The reliability of any individual BMW 216 also depends on service history, accident history, and how it was driven. Run a free VIN check to see the records attached to a specific car you're considering.
Frequently asked questions
Is the BMW 216 reliable?
Based on owner-reported inspection records, the BMW 216 passes first-time inspections at roughly the European average. Its first-time inspection pass rate sits around 84%. Reliability varies by year and engine: see the year-by-year breakdown on this page for the specific cohort you're considering.
What are the common problems on the BMW 216?
The most common owner-reported issues are: The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (2% of inspections); A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (1.4% of inspections); Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (1.3% of inspections); a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm (1.2% of inspections); A tyre seriously damaged (1.1% of inspections).
What mileage is normal for a BMW 216?
For a typical BMW 216, owner-reported average mileage works out to about – at 3 years, – at 5 years, and – at 10 years. The mileage section on this page shows the full distribution, high-use vs low-use cars often differ by a factor of three.
How do I check a specific BMW 216 before buying?
Enter the 17-character VIN on Carlytics. The free check shows decoded specs and open safety recalls. The full vehicle history report (from EUR 8.90) cross-references owner-reported issues, mileage records, and stolen-vehicle databases for the specific car, model-level reliability tells you the pattern, the VIN check tells you the car.