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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the BMW Ix3 Premier Edition. Check any Ix3 Premier Edition by registration number below.

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91.7%

Avg Pass Rate

+1.8%

vs BMW Avg

2

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

BMW Ix3 Premier Edition — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW Ix3 Premier Edition has an average MOT pass rate of 91.7%, which is 1.8 percentage points above the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Ix3 Premier Edition is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a BMW Ix3 Premier Edition fails its MOT are a tyre seriously damaged, a tyre cords visible or damaged, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. If you are preparing your Ix3 Premier Edition 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 Ix3 Premier Edition, 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 Ix3 Premier Edition performs at MOT across different model years.

2022

Based on 111 vehicles

92.8%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

1.8%

Retest Rate

7.1%

Mileage at 3yr

58k mi

2021

Based on 2,495 vehicles

90.6%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

2.3%

Retest Rate

11.4%

Mileage at 3yr

50k mi

Top MOT Failures — BMW Ix3 Premier Edition

The most common reasons a BMW Ix3 Premier Edition fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

A tyre seriously damaged

3.0%
2

A tyre cords visible or damaged

1.6%
3

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

1.6%
4

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

1.4%
5

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

1.2%
BMW Ix3 Premier Edition Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Rear Nearside

3.6%

Rear Offside Outer

0.9%

Front Offside Outer

0.9%

Other BMW Models

Compare MOT reliability across BMW models.

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87.3% pass rate

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87.0% pass rate

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82.4% pass rate

BMW 316 I

89.0% pass rate

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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 Ix3 Premier Edition

BMW Ix3 Premier Edition — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW Ix3 Premier Edition MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW Ix3 Premier Edition?
The average MOT pass rate for the BMW Ix3 Premier Edition is 91.7% 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 Ix3 Premier Edition?
The most common MOT failures on the BMW Ix3 Premier Edition are: A tyre seriously damaged (3.0%), A tyre cords visible or damaged (1.6%), The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (1.6%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the BMW Ix3 Premier Edition reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 91.7%, the BMW Ix3 Premier Edition 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 Ix3 Premier Edition?
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 Ix3 Premier Edition?
Typical mileage for the BMW Ix3 Premier Edition: 58,019 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Ix3 Premier Edition to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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