2021 Bmw Ix3 Premier Pro — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 2,252 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Bmw Ix3 Premier Pro, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 89.5% was below the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 18.9% in the 60-90k group versus 7.8% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 6.8% | 154 |
| 2 | Visibility | 2.5% | 57 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.6% | 36 |
| 4 | Suspension | 0.9% | 20 |
| 5 | Road wheels | 0.4% | 8 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.4% | 8 |
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 | 45 |
| 2 | Wipers | 40 |
| 3 | Washers | 27 |
| 4 | Side repeaters | 18 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 14 |
| 6 | Shock absorbers | 12 |
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 | 23.0% | 517 |
| 2 | Other defects | 6.5% | 146 |
| 3 | Visibility | 3.4% | 77 |
| 4 | Suspension | 2.8% | 63 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 1.6% | 35 |
| 6 | Brakes | 0.8% | 17 |
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 | 939 | 7.8% |
| 30-60k | 1,089 | 11.2% |
| 60-90k | 201 | 18.9% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1,106 | 11.4% |
| 2025 | 1,139 | 9.8% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Ix3 Premier Pro
Before buying a 2021 Bmw Ix3 Premier Pro, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 6.8% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (6.8% 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.
- Visibility (2.5% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (1.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£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 2021 Bmw Ix3 Premier Pros pass their MOT?
89.5% of the 2,252 2021 Bmw Ix3 Premier Pro MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 10.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Bmw Ix3 Premier Pro?
Tyres, recorded in 6.8% of tests, followed by visibility (2.5%).
Does the 2021 Ix3 Premier Pro get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.8% in the 0-30k band to 18.9% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,252 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.