Front control arm bushes
usually 80,000–160,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Shimmy under braking
Fix: Replace bushes / arms
€250–600
Common faults, service intervals and costs
BMW 2 Series Coupé (F22)
2014–2021
6
engines covered
18
known faults
3,767
roadworthiness tests in the statistics
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The BMW 2 Series Coupé (F22) was built from 2014 to 2021.
For this generation we cover 6 engines and 18 known faults, each with the mileage range where it usually appears.
The most expensive known risk is Timing chain at rear of engine: it usually appears at 100,000–200,000 km and costs €1,800–3,500 to fix.
In UK roadworthiness tests in 2024, at 50–100 thousand km this model most often failed on: tyres and wheels (5.6 %), suspension (3.8 %), lights, wipers and visibility (3.5 %). It fails less often than average on: brakes, lights, wipers and visibility, exhaust, emissions and leaks.
Engines
| Engine | Fuel | Timing drive | Oil |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2 / 1.5 3-cyl petrol (BMW / MINI B38) | Petrol | Chain | 0W-20 / 5W-30 · BMW LL-17FE+ / LL-01 · ~4.25 L · every 15,000 km |
| 2.0 petrol (BMW N20) | Petrol | Chain | 5W-30 / 0W-30 · BMW LL-01 · ~5.0 L · every 15,000 km |
| 2.0 petrol (BMW B48) | Petrol | Chain | 0W-20 / 0W-30 · BMW LL-17FE+ / LL-01 · ~5.25 L · every 15,000 km |
| 1.6d / 2.0d (BMW N47) | Diesel | Chain | 5W-30 · BMW LL-04 · ~5.2 L · every 15,000 km |
| 2.0d (BMW B47) | Diesel | Chain | 5W-30 / 0W-30 · BMW LL-04 · ~5.2 L · every 15,000 km |
| 3.0 turbo petrol (BMW N55) | Petrol | Chain | 5W-30 / 0W-40 · BMW LL-01 · ~6.5 L · every 10,000 km |
Faults typical of this model
Run-flat tyres (harsh, expensive)
usually 0–300,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Harsh ride; expensive to replace
Fix: Budget accordingly
free / recall
Faults by engine
1.2 / 1.5 3-cyl petrol (BMW / MINI B38)
Coolant leaks (hoses / thermostat)
usually 60,000–160,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Coolant level warning
Fix: Replace hose or thermostat
€150–500
2.0 petrol (BMW N20)
Timing chain guides (plastic)
usually 80,000–160,000 km · High risk
Signs: Whine at 2,000–3,000 rpm
Fix: Replace chain, guides, oil pump chain
€1,500–3,000
Oil filter housing gasket leak
usually 100,000–160,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Oil smell, drips onto the belt
Fix: Replace gasket
€250–600
2.0 petrol (BMW B48)
Valve cover / oil filter housing seep
usually 100,000–180,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Oil misting, burning smell
Fix: Reseal
€250–600
Coolant loss (plastic coolant pipes / expansion tank)
usually 80,000–180,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Coolant warning, sweet smell, level drops
Fix: Find and replace the leaking pipe or tank
€150–600
1.6d / 2.0d (BMW N47)
Timing chain at rear of engine
usually 100,000–200,000 km · High risk
Signs: Whirring or rattle from gearbox end at idle
Fix: Act immediately: gearbox-out repair
€1,800–3,500
Swirl flaps
usually 120,000–200,000 km · High risk
Signs: Can break off into the engine
Fix: Replace or blank off
€200–500
EGR cooler / valve
usually 120,000–200,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Power loss, EGR codes
Fix: Replace EGR components
€400–1,100
2.0d (BMW B47)
EGR cooler recall (2015–2018)
usually 60,000–150,000 km · High risk
Signs: Coolant leaks into the EGR system
Fix: Check recall status; free replacement
free / recall
DPF saturation
usually 150,000–250,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: DPF warning, frequent regeneration
Fix: Clean or replace
€300–1,800
3.0 turbo petrol (BMW N55)
Electric water pump / thermostat
usually 80,000–150,000 km · High risk
Signs: Overheating warning without early signs
Fix: Replace pump and thermostat
€700–1,200
Oil filter housing & valve cover gaskets
usually 80,000–160,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Oil smell, drips on the belt
Fix: Replace gaskets
€300–700
VANOS solenoids
usually 80,000–160,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Rough idle, cam timing codes
Fix: Clean or replace
€150–400
Charge pipe crack
usually 60,000–160,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Sudden power loss, whoosh
Fix: Replace with an aluminium pipe
€150–350
Gearboxes
Manual
Clutch wear
usually 120,000–200,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Slipping, high bite point
Fix: Replace clutch kit
€500–900
Steptronic (ZF 6HP / 8HP)
Torque converter / valve body
usually 150,000–250,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Delayed or harsh shifts
Fix: Fluid service, repair
€300–2,500
Scheduled service
Intervals and typical prices for the 1.2 / 1.5 3-cyl petrol (BMW / MINI B38) engine. Other engines differ in oil, timing drive and some filters; the app gives the exact plan.
| Item | Interval | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Engine oil + oil filterEngine | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €70–150 |
| Cabin (pollen) filterClimate | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €15–40 |
| Brake fluidBrakes | every 24 months | €50–95 |
| A/C service (regas + desiccant)Climate | every 24 months | €70–150 |
| Air filterEngine | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €15–45 |
| Spark plugsIgnition | every 60,000 km or every 48 months | €50–160 |
| Auxiliary (serpentine) beltEngine | every 120,000 km | €70–180 |
| Coolant replacementCooling | every 150,000 km or every 96 months | €70–150 |
| Timing chain inspection (listen on cold start)Engine | every 150,000 km | €0–120 |
| Manual gearbox oilTransmission | every 150,000 km | €60–130 |
| Front brake padsBrakes | usually at 30,000–60,000 km | €60–150 |
| Front brake discs + padsBrakes | usually at 60,000–120,000 km | €150–320 |
| Rear brake padsBrakes | usually at 50,000–90,000 km | €50–130 |
| Tyres (set of 4)Wheels | usually at 40,000–60,000 km | €320–700 |
| Wiper bladesBody | checked at service | €20–50 |
| 12V batteryElectrical | checked at service | €100–220 |
Roadworthiness tests by mileage
Share of tests in the United Kingdom (DVSA MOT, 2024) that this model failed because of each system. Bold red means more often and green less often than an average car of the same age and mileage. Sample: 3,767 tests.
| thousand km | 0–50 | 50–100 |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 0.5 % | 0.8 % |
| Suspension | 2.0 % | 3.8 % |
| Steering | 0.2 % | 0.1 % |
| Tyres and wheels | 3.2 % | 5.6 % |
| Lights, wipers and visibility | 2.0 % | 3.5 % |
| Body and corrosion | 0.0 % | 0.1 % |
| Exhaust, emissions and leaks | 0.8 % | 1.0 % |
Common questions
Does the BMW 2 Series Coupé (F22) have a timing chain or a timing belt?
1.2 / 1.5 3-cyl petrol (BMW / MINI B38): chain; 2.0 petrol (BMW N20): chain; 2.0 petrol (BMW B48): chain; 1.6d / 2.0d (BMW N47): chain; 2.0d (BMW B47): chain; 3.0 turbo petrol (BMW N55): chain.
What are the known problems with the BMW 2 Series Coupé (F22)?
The faults with the highest risk: timing chain at rear of engine (100,000–200,000 km, €1,800–3,500); timing chain guides (plastic) (80,000–160,000 km, €1,500–3,000); electric water pump / thermostat (80,000–150,000 km, €700–1,200); swirl flaps (120,000–200,000 km, €200–500). The full list by engine is on this page.
What does the BMW 2 Series Coupé (F22) most often fail its roadworthiness test on?
In UK roadworthiness tests in 2024, at 50–100 thousand km this model most often failed on: tyres and wheels (5.6 %), suspension (3.8 %), lights, wipers and visibility (3.5 %). It fails less often than average on: brakes, lights, wipers and visibility, exhaust, emissions and leaks.
What should you check when buying a used BMW 2 Series Coupé (F22)?
Before you buy, ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN whether the car has any open recalls. On the test drive, watch for these signs: whirring or rattle from gearbox end at idle; whine at 2,000–3,000 rpm. The full checklist is in the guide to buying a used car.
Other generations
BMW 1 Series (E87) 2004–2011BMW 1 Series (E81/E82/E88) 2007–2013BMW 1 Series (F20) 2011–2019BMW 1 Series (F40) 2019–2024BMW 2 Series Active Tourer (F45) 2014–2021BMW 3 Series (E46) 1998–2006BMW 3 Series (E90) 2005–2012BMW 3 Series (E91/E92/E93) 2005–2013BMW 3 Series (F30) 2012–2019BMW 3 Series (G20) 2019–BMW 4 Series (F32) 2013–2020BMW 5 Series (E39) 1995–2004BMW 5 Series (E60) 2003–2010BMW 5 Series (F10) 2010–2017BMW 5 Series (G30) 2017–2023BMW 5 Series (G60) 2023–BMW 3 Series (E30) 1982–1994BMW 3 Series (E36) 1990–2000BMW 1 Series (F70) 2024–BMW 2 Series Coupé (G42) 2021–BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé (F44) 2020–2024BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer (F46) 2015–2022BMW 2 Series Active Tourer (U06) 2021–BMW 4 Series (G22) 2020–BMW 6 Series (E63) 2003–2010BMW 6 Series (F12) 2011–2018BMW 6 Series Gran Turismo (G32) 2017–2023BMW 7 Series (E65) 2001–2008BMW 7 Series (F01) 2008–2015BMW 7 Series (G11) 2015–2022BMW 7 Series (G70) 2022–BMW 8 Series (G15) 2018–
Models with the same engines
These models share engines with this car, so they share some of its faults too.
Toyota Avensis (T27) 2009–2018MINI Hatch (F56) 2014–2023BMW X1 (F48) 2015–2022BMW X3 (G01) 2017–2024BMW X3 (F25) 2010–2017BMW X1 (E84) 2009–2015BMW X5 (F15) 2013–2018MINI Countryman (F60) 2017–2024
Other BMW models
BMW X4 (F26) 2014–2018BMW X6 (F16) 2014–2019BMW i3 2013–2022BMW X2 (F39) 2018–2023BMW X4 (G02) 2018–BMW X5 (G05) 2018–BMW Z4 (G29) 2018–BMW X6 (G06) 2019–BMW X7 (G07) 2019–BMW Z4 (E89) 2009–2016
Sources and notes
Faults, intervals and prices are indicative and collected from public sources and owner experience; always rely on the service book and a qualified workshop. Test statistics: DVSA – Anonymised MOT tests and results, Open Government Licence v3.0. Dutch tests: RDW Open Data (CC0). Engine versions: EEA, monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars (CC BY 4.0, DG CLIMA). Owner complaints: NHTSA ODI (public domain). Recalls: DVSA Vehicle Safety Branch Recalls Database, OGL v3.0. Brand and model names are trademarks of their owners and are used only to describe the vehicles.
Updated 08/10/2026