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BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer buying guide (Ireland, 2026)
What a used BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer costs in Ireland, how it does at the NCT, what goes wrong and what it costs to fix. Based on 67 for sale right now.
Used BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer prices by year
Typical asking price by registration year, and typical mileage. Private sellers usually take 5–10% less than asking; expect dealers to be a little dearer.
| Year | Typical price | Typical mileage | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | €19,900 | 103k km | 5 |
| 2019 | €20,900 | 87k km | 5 |
| 2018 | €18,900 | 77k km | 16 |
| 2017 | €15,950 | 115k km | 14 |
| 2016 | €14,900 | 119k km | 23 |
BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer NCT pass rate
How often BMW 2 Series Gran Tourers pass their NCT first time, against all cars the same age (Road Safety Authority (RSA), NCT make & model data 2025, initial tests).
| Year | Pass first time | All cars that age | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 75% | 80% | |
| 2019 | 70% | 74% | |
| 2018 | 76% | 67% | |
| 2017 | 69% | 64% | |
| 2016 | 63% | 55% | |
| 2015 | 60% | 53% |
Most common reasons a 2017 BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer fails: headlight aim (13% of tests, more than most cars), wheels & tyres (8.5% of tests), safety equipment (6.9% of tests, more than most cars), lights & electrics (5.7% of tests).
Common BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer problems
Known weak spots to check before you buy, with typical Irish garage costs if the problem is there.
Automatic gearbox health · €300–€2,500
Make sure the gear changes are smooth when warm, check for a gearbox warning light and ask if the gearbox oil was ever changed.
Engines and how long they last
| Engine | Usually lasts | Motor tax / year | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 Diesel | ~280k km | ~€270 | 19 |
| 1.5 Diesel | ~320k km | ~€200 | 6 |
2.0 Diesel: usual problem: timing chain at the back of the engine: very dear to replace.
"Usually lasts" is the mileage these engines commonly reach before major work; service history matters more than the number.
Parts for the BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer
Enter the reg on the parts page to get the right fit.
Brake discsBrake padsClutch kitsBatteriesShock absorbersWheel bearingsWiper bladesBulbsGlow plugsEGR valves
Before you buy a used BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer
Run a history check on the reg (write-off, finance owing, mileage), ask when the last service was done and for receipts, and start it from cold yourself. The used car checklist takes you through a viewing step by step.
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