2022 BMW X1 — MOT failures & pass rate
8,424 MOT tests on the 2022 BMW X1 are in this dataset, and 93.3% of them passed. Small SUVs of a similar age fail at 6.6%, so the 2022 X1 sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
Tyres dominates the failure mix at 4.8% of all tests — 3.4 points clear of visibility, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are washers, headlamp aim and tread depth — washers alone was recorded 102 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2022 X1 fails 5.5% of the time in the 0-30k band and 6.5% at 90-120k, a spread of only 1.0 points.
Fuel type barely separates them — diesel fails 6.0% of the time against 7.4% for hybrid.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 16.7% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.8% | 408 |
| 2 | Visibility | 1.4% | 120 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.2% | 98 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.4% | 36 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 0.2% | 15 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.1% | 13 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Washers | 102 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 93 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 54 |
| 4 | Brake pads | 29 |
| 5 | Wipers | 24 |
| 6 | Side repeaters | 20 |
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 | 16.7% | 1,409 |
| 2 | Other defects | 5.1% | 427 |
| 3 | Brakes | 3.3% | 277 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.3% | 191 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.6% | 49 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.3% | 28 |
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 | 5,753 | 5.5% |
| 30-60k | 2,410 | 9.4% |
| 60-90k | 226 | 9.3% |
| 90-120k | 31 | 6.5% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 4,100 | 6.6% |
| Hybrid | 2,478 | 7.4% |
| Diesel | 1,846 | 6.0% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 560 | 6.1% |
| 2025 | 7,858 | 6.8% |
What to check before buying a 2022 X1
On a 2022 X1, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 4.8% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (4.8% 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 (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.
- Lighting & signalling (1.2% 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 2022 BMW X1s pass their MOT?
93.3% of the 8,424 2022 BMW X1 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 6.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 BMW X1?
Tyres, recorded in 4.8% of tests, followed by visibility (1.4%).
Does the 2022 X1 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.5% in the 0-30k band to 6.5% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 8,424 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.