Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 BMW 220i M Sport Auto?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2022 BMW 220i M Sport Auto?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2022 BMW 220i M Sport Auto?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2022 BMW 220i M Sport Auto reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,818 vehicles, the 2022 BMW 220i M Sport Auto has a first-time MOT pass rate of 95%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2022 BMW 220i M Sport Auto?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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BMW 220i M Sport Auto (2022)

1,818 real MOT outcomes analysed • 95% first-time pass rate

2022 BMW 220i M Sport Auto

CarHunch analysed 1,818 real MOT records for the 2022 BMW 220i M Sport Auto. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2022 BMW 220i M Sport Auto is a genuinely reliable performer, with a first-time pass rate of 92.5%—well ahead of the UK average of 80%—and only 3.6% of vehicles ever developing a dangerous defect, which is reassuringly low. You're looking at cars that are barely run in, with a median mileage of just 21,470 miles, so mechanical wear isn't a concern yet. The minimal failure rate (0.1 per vehicle) and low advisory count (0.5 per vehicle) suggest these BMWs are holding up without major issues so far, though the median CarHunch score of 65 hints that minor niggles are cropping up. If you're considering one, check the service history carefully—BMW maintenance can be steep—and budget for scheduled items rather than major repairs.

The 2022 BMW 220i M Sport Auto passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (95% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

95%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

3.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.1

Over 1.3 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

21k

Middle half: 15k–29k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 95% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 1,818 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Before you buy a 2022 BMW 220i M Sport Auto

Based on MOT data from 1,818 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 3.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (100%)	1,817	95%	0.1

Colour Breakdown

Based on 10,523 BMW 220i M Sport Auto vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 31.9%

3,359

Black 21.5%

2,259

Blue 15%

1,575

White 14.6%

1,534

Purple 12.2%

1,288

Red 3.5%

370

Silver 1.3%

138

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 BMW 220i M Sport Auto vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

21,470

typical

14,705

low mileage

29,324

high mileage

Half of all 2022 BMW 220i M Sport Auto vehicles fall between 14,705 and 29,324 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 14,705 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 14,705–29,324 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 BMW 220i M Sport Autos sit.

⚠ Over 39,587 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.1

Avg failures per vehicle

0.5

Avg advisories per vehicle

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