Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 BMW 520i M Sport MHEV 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 520i M Sport MHEV 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 520i M Sport MHEV 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 520i M Sport MHEV Auto reliable?

Based on MOT data from 490 vehicles, the 2022 BMW 520i M Sport MHEV Auto has a first-time MOT pass rate of 92.9%, 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 520i M Sport MHEV 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 520i M Sport MHEV Auto (2022)

490 real MOT outcomes analysed • 92.9% first-time pass rate

2022 BMW 520i M Sport MHEV Auto

CarHunch analysed 490 real MOT records for the 2022 BMW 520i M Sport MHEV Auto. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 490 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

This 2022 BMW 520i M Sport is noticeably more reliable than the typical UK car, with 88.7% of examples passing first time compared to the 80% national average—a solid 8.7-point advantage. The dangerous defect rate of 6.3% is reassuringly low, suggesting safety-critical systems are performing well across the cohort.

At 27,822 miles average for a 2022 model, these cars are running fairly light, which explains the minimal failure rate of just 0.15 per vehicle and low advisory count of 0.4. When shopping for one, check the service history carefully and have any example inspected for the hybrid system specifically, since that's where future costs are most likely to emerge as the battery ages.

The 2022 BMW 520i M Sport MHEV Auto passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (92.9% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

⚠️ Around 1 in 20 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

92.9%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

6.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.15

Over 1.3 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

25k

Middle half: 18k–34k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 92.9% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 490 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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Based on MOT data from 490 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 6.3% 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
Hybrid Electric (Clean) (98%)	482	93.1%	0.14

Colour Breakdown

Based on 1,269 BMW 520i M Sport MHEV Auto vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 33.3%

423

Grey 28.3%

359

Blue 19.8%

251

White 17.1%

217

Red 1.5%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 BMW 520i M Sport MHEV 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.

25,427

typical

18,046

low mileage

33,527

high mileage

Half of all 2022 BMW 520i M Sport MHEV Auto vehicles fall between 18,046 and 33,527 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 18,046 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.

✓ 18,046–33,527 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 BMW 520i M Sport MHEV Autos sit.

⚠ Over 45,261 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

0.15

Avg failures per vehicle

0.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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