2022 BMW iX3 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 7,374 MOT tests, the 2022 BMW iX3 recorded an 87.8% pass rate. Against mid-size SUVs of a similar age (7.7% fail rate), the 2022 iX3 comes out 4.5pp worse. Failures cluster in tyres, lighting & signalling and visibility.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: tyres, recorded in 9.7% of tests against 2.1% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are tread depth, wipers and headlamp aim — tread depth alone was recorded 120 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 10.7% in the 0-30k band and 19.4% in the 90-120k band, a 8.7-point spread.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 25.2% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 9.7% | 714 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 2.1% | 153 |
| 3 | Visibility | 2.0% | 145 |
| 4 | Suspension | 0.3% | 22 |
| 5 | Other defects | 0.2% | 15 |
| 6 | Brakes | 0.2% | 12 |
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 | 120 |
| 2 | Wipers | 101 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 88 |
| 4 | Side repeaters | 85 |
| 5 | Washers | 60 |
| 6 | Registration plates | 24 |
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 | 25.2% | 1,861 |
| 2 | Other defects | 7.2% | 530 |
| 3 | Visibility | 3.6% | 266 |
| 4 | Suspension | 1.4% | 106 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.4% | 32 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.3% | 21 |
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 | 3,807 | 10.7% |
| 30-60k | 3,163 | 13.1% |
| 60-90k | 371 | 18.6% |
| 90-120k | 31 | 19.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 232 | 6.5% |
| 2025 | 7,136 | 12.3% |
What to check before buying a 2022 iX3
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: tyres accounted for 9.7% of tests. Start there.
- Tyres (9.7% 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 (2.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Visibility (2.0% 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 iX3s pass their MOT?
87.8% of the 7,374 2022 BMW iX3 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 12.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 BMW iX3?
Tyres, recorded in 9.7% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (2.1%).
Does the 2022 iX3 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 10.7% in the 0-30k band to 19.4% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 7,374 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.