Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 BMW I3?

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 I3?

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 I3?

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 I3 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 2,728 vehicles, the 2022 BMW I3 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 93.7%, 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 I3?

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 I3 (2022)

2,728 real MOT outcomes analysed • 93.7% first-time pass rate

2022 BMW I3

CarHunch analysed 2,728 real MOT records for the 2022 BMW I3. 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 i3 is notably reliable, with a first-time MOT pass rate of 92.4% — well above the UK average of 80% — and only 3.2% of vehicles ever flagged for dangerous defects. As an electric vehicle, it benefits from simpler mechanics with fewer moving parts to fail, reflected in the low average of 0.13 failures per vehicle.

At a median mileage of just under 17,000 miles for cars now around two years old, these i3s are running well within typical usage patterns, which partly explains the strong pass rates. The average of 0.7 advisories per vehicle suggests minor wear items are beginning to appear, but the real story is that this is a solid choice if you value low maintenance risk — just check the battery health certificate and charging history when you buy.

The 2022 BMW I3 passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (93.7% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

93.7%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

3.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.13

Over 1.3 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

17k

Middle half: 11k–25k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 93.7% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 2,728 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 2,728 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 3.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 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 →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Electric (99%)	2,690	93.7%	0.14

Colour Breakdown

Based on 27,652 BMW I3 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 24.9%

6,883

Blue 20%

5,519

Grey 19.9%

5,513

Black 19.5%

5,392

Silver 8.5%

2,348

Red 4.5%

1,239

Orange 1.5%

408

Beige 0.6%

166

Gold 0.6%

160

Multi-colour 0%

Bronze 0%

Purple 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 BMW I3 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.

16,984

typical

10,992

low mileage

25,053

high mileage

Half of all 2022 BMW I3 vehicles fall between 10,992 and 25,053 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 10,992 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.

✓ 10,992–25,053 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 BMW I3s sit.

⚠ Over 33,821 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

0.13

Avg failures per vehicle

0.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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