2022 BMW M3 Competition M — MOT failures & pass rate
762 MOT tests on the 2022 BMW M3 Competition M are in this dataset, and 94.6% of them passed. Against all cars of a similar age (8.1% fail rate), the 2022 M3 Competition M comes out 2.7pp better. Failures cluster in tyres, other defects and emissions & environmental.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — tyres (2.6%) and other defects (1.6%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are registration plates, catalyst emissions and headlamp aim — registration plates alone was recorded 18 times.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 10.4% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 2.6% | 20 |
| 2 | Other defects | 1.6% | 12 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 1.1% | 8 |
| 4 | Visibility | 0.7% | 5 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 0.5% | 4 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.4% | 3 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Registration plates | 18 |
| 2 | Catalyst emissions | 9 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 3 |
| 4 | Washers | 3 |
| 5 | Shock absorbers | 2 |
| 6 | Side repeaters | 2 |
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 | 10.4% | 79 |
| 2 | Other defects | 3.4% | 26 |
| 3 | Visibility | 1.4% | 11 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.9% | 7 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.7% | 5 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.3% | 2 |
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 | 622 | 5.0% |
| 30-60k | 136 | 6.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 44 | 0.0% |
| 2025 | 718 | 5.7% |
What to check before buying a 2022 M3 Competition M
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: tyres accounted for 2.6% of tests. Start there.
- Tyres (2.6% 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.
- Other defects (1.6% of tests): Miscellaneous items not in the main categories. Typical repair: varies.
- Emissions & environmental (1.1% of tests): More common on older diesels (DPF/EGR) — can be expensive; check for warning lights and smoke. Typical repair: £100–£600.
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 M3 Competition Ms pass their MOT?
94.6% of the 762 2022 BMW M3 Competition M MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 5.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 BMW M3 Competition M?
Tyres, recorded in 2.6% of tests, followed by other defects (1.6%).
Does the 2022 M3 Competition M get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.0% in the 0-30k band to 6.6% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 762 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.