Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 BMW I4 Edrive40 Sport?

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 I4 Edrive40 Sport?

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 I4 Edrive40 Sport?

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 I4 Edrive40 Sport reliable?

Based on MOT data from 659 vehicles, the 2022 BMW I4 Edrive40 Sport has a first-time MOT pass rate of 91.9%, 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 I4 Edrive40 Sport?

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 I4 Edrive40 Sport (2022)

659 real MOT outcomes analysed • 91.9% first-time pass rate

2022 BMW I4 Edrive40 Sport

CarHunch analysed 659 real MOT records for the 2022 BMW I4 Edrive40 Sport. 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 i4 eDrive40 Sport is more reliable than average, with an 88.7% first-time MOT pass rate well above the UK average of 80%, and a low dangerous defect rate of just 6.5%. This is a genuinely reassuring result for an electric premium saloon.

At around 33,700 miles median, these cars are running below the typical mileage-per-year wear curve, which helps explain why they're passing so cleanly—the fleet is young and well-maintained. With only 0.16 failures per vehicle on average but 0.8 advisories, owners are facing minor maintenance items rather than structural problems, so budget for routine checks but don't expect surprises. If you're considering one, check the full service history and verify battery health documentation, as that's where the real cost lies on an EV.

The 2022 BMW I4 Edrive40 Sport passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (91.9% 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

91.9%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

6.5%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.16

Over 1.3 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

34k

Middle half: 23k–48k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 91.9% 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 659 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 659 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 6.5% 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 →
📄 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

Colour Breakdown

Based on 1,916 BMW I4 Edrive40 Sport vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 34.7%

665

Grey 25.8%

495

Black 22.1%

424

Green 11.5%

221

Orange 3.6%

Red 1.2%

Blue 1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 BMW I4 Edrive40 Sport 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.

33,719

typical

23,050

low mileage

48,123

high mileage

Half of all 2022 BMW I4 Edrive40 Sport vehicles fall between 23,050 and 48,123 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 23,050 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.

✓ 23,050–48,123 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 BMW I4 Edrive40 Sports sit.

⚠ Over 64,966 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

0.16

Avg failures per vehicle

0.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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