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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the BMW 220i Luxury Auto. Check any 220i Luxury Auto by registration number below.

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90.2%

Avg Pass Rate

+0.3%

vs BMW Avg

5

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

BMW 220i Luxury Auto — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW 220i Luxury Auto has an average MOT pass rate of 90.2%, which is 0.3 percentage points above the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 220i Luxury Auto is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a BMW 220i Luxury Auto fails its MOT are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged. If you are preparing your 220i Luxury Auto for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used BMW 220i Luxury Auto, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the BMW 220i Luxury Auto performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 106 vehicles

85.8%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

2.0%

Retest Rate

19.4%

Mileage at 3yr

35k mi

2020

Based on 602 vehicles

90.7%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

1.4%

Retest Rate

6.9%

Mileage at 3yr

32k mi

Mileage at 5yr

47k mi

2019

Based on 1,727 vehicles

91.3%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

2.0%

Retest Rate

8.2%

Mileage at 3yr

32k mi

Mileage at 5yr

46k mi

2018

Based on 535 vehicles

92.3%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

2.8%

Retest Rate

6.6%

Mileage at 5yr

45k mi

0

Based on 1,218 vehicles

91.1%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 5yr

24k mi

Top MOT Failures — BMW 220i Luxury Auto

The most common reasons a BMW 220i Luxury Auto fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

2.1%
2

A tyre seriously damaged

1.5%
BMW 220i Luxury Auto Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear Nearside

5.7%

Front Offside

3.8%

Front

0.9%

Other BMW Models

Compare MOT reliability across BMW models.

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90.4% pass rate

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87.3% pass rate

BMW X2 Sdrive18d M Sport X Auto

87.0% pass rate

BMW 550

82.4% pass rate

BMW 316 I

89.0% pass rate

BMW 540i Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto

75.6% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for BMW 220i Luxury Auto

BMW 220i Luxury Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW 220i Luxury Auto MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW 220i Luxury Auto?
The average MOT pass rate for the BMW 220i Luxury Auto is 90.2% compared to the BMW average of 89.9%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a BMW 220i Luxury Auto?
The most common MOT failures on the BMW 220i Luxury Auto are: Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (2.1%), A tyre seriously damaged (1.5%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the BMW 220i Luxury Auto reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 90.2%, the BMW 220i Luxury Auto is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a BMW 220i Luxury Auto?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a BMW 220i Luxury Auto?
Typical mileage for the BMW 220i Luxury Auto: 35,149 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 220i Luxury Auto to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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