2022 Bmw I4 Edrive40 M — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 4,661 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Bmw I4 Edrive40 M, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, lighting & signalling and visibility. Its pass rate of 88.0% was below the average for cars of a similar age (91.7%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 10.4% | 487 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 1.7% | 78 |
| 3 | Visibility | 1.4% | 64 |
| 4 | Other defects | 0.5% | 23 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.2% | 9 |
| 6 | Brakes | 0.2% | 8 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 104 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 77 |
| 3 | Wipers | 48 |
| 4 | Registration plates | 35 |
| 5 | Washers | 27 |
| 6 | Size/type | 8 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 28.1% | 1,309 |
| 2 | Other defects | 5.1% | 240 |
| 3 | Visibility | 3.2% | 151 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.8% | 39 |
| 5 | Road wheels | 0.3% | 14 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.3% | 13 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 2,093 | 10.8% |
| 30-60k | 2,185 | 13.3% |
| 60-90k | 344 | 11.3% |
| 90-120k | 33 | 15.2% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 83 | 6.0% |
| 2025 | 4,564 | 12.2% |
What to check before buying a 2022 I4 Edrive40 M
Before buying a 2022 Bmw I4 Edrive40 M, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 10.4% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (10.4% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Lighting & signalling (1.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Visibility (1.4% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2022 Bmw I4 Edrive40 Ms pass their MOT?
88.0% of the 4,661 2022 Bmw I4 Edrive40 M MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 12.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Bmw I4 Edrive40 M?
Tyres, recorded in 10.4% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (1.7%).
Does the 2022 I4 Edrive40 M get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 10.8% in the 0-30k band to 15.2% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 4,661 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.