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  Image: BMW B47D20B complete engine for sale at mtautoparts.com   Ask any BMW enthusiast how long a diesel engine should last, and you will get an answer somewhere between ‘it depends’ and ‘longer than you might think.’ Both are correct. BMW diesel engines span a wide range of engineering quality, reliability track records, and real-world longevity, from the troubled N47 that could snap its timing chain at 80,000 miles to the M57 straight-six that owners routinely drive past 300,000 without drama. This guide gives you a straight, engine-by-engine answer. Whether you are buying a used BMW diesel, already own one approaching high mileage, or are considering a replacement engine, this is what the evidence from UK owners actually shows. About MT Auto Parts MT Auto Parts is a used BMW parts specialist focused exclusively on F, G, and U-generation models from 2012 onwards. We stock BMW diesel engines for sale sourced from carefully assessed donor vehicles, covering the full model...

Image by  CleanCover11  from http:// Pixabay If you're a fan of older BMW diesels, the M57 engine might already be on your radar, and for a pretty good reason. This BMW diesel engine is one of the most dependable and versatile BMW engines ever built. Known for its smooth performance, impressive torque, and solid fuel economy, the BMW M57 engine has powered everything from 3 Series saloons to luxury 7 Series tourers. So which models came with it? Which version is considered the best M57 engine? What actually goes wrong on one after 150,000-plus miles? And why is it still so popular among tuners, rebuilders, and long-distance drivers even two decades later? Let's break it all down in this article. Firstly, What is the M57 Engine? First introduced in 1998, the M57 engine was BMW's answer to the growing demand for better performance-oriented diesels in both domestic and export markets. This 3.0-litre inline-six BMW diesel engine, turbocharged and packed with technology for it...