Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 BMW I4 M50?

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 M50?

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 M50?

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 M50 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,763 vehicles, the 2022 BMW I4 M50 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 90.6%, 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 M50?

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 M50 (2022)

1,763 real MOT outcomes analysed • 90.6% first-time pass rate

2022 BMW I4 M50

CarHunch analysed 1,763 real MOT records for the 2022 BMW I4 M50. 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 M50 passes its MOT first time in 86.2% of cases, comfortably ahead of the UK average of 80%, and dangerous defects are uncommon at just 10.8% of the cohort—a reassuring sign for a premium electric performance car. Buyers should note this is a fundamentally reliable vehicle class with minimal structural issues to worry about.

At 29,599 miles median, these cars are still relatively low-mileage examples for their age, which explains the low failure rate of 0.18 per vehicle and modest advisory count of 0.8. If you're considering one, check the charging system health and brake condition during inspection, since electric performance cars see heavier brake wear despite regenerative systems, and verify the battery diagnostics with BMW to confirm it holds its full range.

The 2022 BMW I4 M50 passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (90.6% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

⚠️ About 1 in 12 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

90.6%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

10.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.18

Over 1.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

30k

Middle half: 21k–40k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 90.6% 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 1,763 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 1,763 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 10.8% 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 7,309 BMW I4 M50 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 36.8%

2,693

Blue 23.8%

1,738

Black 18.9%

1,379

White 8%

583

Green 7.8%

570

Orange 2.6%

193

Red 2%

145

Purple 0.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 BMW I4 M50 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.

29,599

typical

21,254

low mileage

40,203

high mileage

Half of all 2022 BMW I4 M50 vehicles fall between 21,254 and 40,203 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 21,254 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.

✓ 21,254–40,203 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 BMW I4 M50s sit.

⚠ Over 54,274 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

1.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.18

Avg failures per vehicle

0.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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