BMW 220i M Sport Mhev Auto MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 35 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 17.1%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
BMW 220i M Sport Mhev Auto MOT Reliability Overview
The BMW 220i M Sport Mhev Auto is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 35 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.9% and a failure rate of 17.1%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the BMW 220i M Sport Mhev Auto earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average BMW 220i M Sport Mhev Auto presents for MOT with approximately 16,376 miles on the clock. The 2022 manufacture year performs best with a 82.9% pass rate.
The most common MOT failure for the BMW 220i M Sport Mhev Auto is Identification of the vehicle, affecting 11.4% of all tests. Identification failures relate to the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and registration plate. The VIN must be permanently displayed and legible, and the registration plate must meet British Standard formatting. Together, these top 1 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
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Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 11.4% | 4 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 16,376 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Identification of the vehicle | 6.98 | 11.4% | 4 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average BMW 220i M Sport Mhev Auto has 16,376 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The BMW 220i M Sport Mhev Auto has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 10.44% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About BMW 220i M Sport Mhev Auto MOT Data
The BMW 220i M Sport Mhev Auto is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 35 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.9% and a failure rate of 17.1%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For BMW 220i M Sport Mhev Auto owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on identification of the vehicle and general vehicle condition for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific 220i M Sport Mhev Auto is likely to perform.
Identification of the vehicle — 11.4% of failures
Identification of the vehicle issues account for 11.4% of MOT failures on the BMW 220i M Sport Mhev Auto. Identification failures relate to the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and registration plate. The VIN must be permanently displayed and legible, and the registration plate must meet British Standard formatting. Typical repair costs: £10–50. Pre-MOT check: Ensure the VIN plate is visible and legible (usually in the windscreen or under the bonnet). Check that number plates are clean, undamaged, and use the correct font and spacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW 220i M Sport Mhev Auto?
Based on 35 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the BMW 220i M Sport Mhev Auto has an overall pass rate of 82.9% (17.1% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a BMW 220i M Sport Mhev Auto?
The top 1 reasons a BMW 220i M Sport Mhev Auto fails its MOT are: 1. Identification of the vehicle (11.4%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the BMW 220i M Sport Mhev Auto reliable?
With a 17.1% MOT failure rate, the 220i M Sport Mhev Auto is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my BMW 220i M Sport Mhev Auto?
Based on failure data, focus on: Identification of the vehicle (11.4%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.