2022 Bmw Ix3 M Pro — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 3,688 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Bmw Ix3 M Pro, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, lighting & signalling and visibility. Its pass rate of 88.8% was below the average for cars of a similar age (91.7%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 17.4% in the 60-90k group versus 9.5% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 9.1% | 335 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 1.9% | 72 |
| 3 | Visibility | 1.4% | 51 |
| 4 | Suspension | 0.3% | 11 |
| 5 | Other defects | 0.2% | 7 |
| 6 | Brakes | 0.2% | 7 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tread depth | 59 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 43 |
| 3 | Side repeaters | 37 |
| 4 | Washers | 31 |
| 5 | Wipers | 22 |
| 6 | Registration plates | 11 |
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 | 25.9% | 956 |
| 2 | Other defects | 7.4% | 273 |
| 3 | Visibility | 3.5% | 131 |
| 4 | Suspension | 1.5% | 56 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.4% | 16 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.2% | 6 |
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 | 2,023 | 9.5% |
| 30-60k | 1,483 | 12.8% |
| 60-90k | 167 | 17.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 81 | 3.7% |
| 2025 | 3,603 | 11.4% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Ix3 M Pro
Before buying a 2022 Bmw Ix3 M Pro, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 9.1% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (9.1% 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 (1.9% 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 Ix3 M Pros pass their MOT?
88.8% of the 3,688 2022 Bmw Ix3 M Pro MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 11.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Bmw Ix3 M Pro?
Tyres, recorded in 9.1% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (1.9%).
Does the 2022 Ix3 M Pro get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 9.5% in the 0-30k band to 17.4% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 3,688 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.