Franchised dealers will always be the most expensive option when it comes to routine servicing, particularly for a premium brand. £218 is not cheap, but this is roughly what we would expect to pay at a BMW dealership. If you want to stick with a franchised dealer we would suggest calling a few other BMW dealers for a price to confirm either way.

If you car is still in warranty then it makes sense to maintain a full BMW service record, but if this is less of a concern then you could get your car serviced at an independent specialist with the same parts for less money.