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BMW 223I Luxury MHEV Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the BMW 223I Luxury MHEV Auto reliable? We analysed 195 real MOT tests across 133 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 195 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
94.9%
Typical Mileage
17,597mi
Annual Mileage
mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The BMW 223I Luxury MHEV Auto is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used BMW 223I Luxury MHEV Auto.

BMW 223I Luxury MHEV Auto Number Plates

Number plates registered to a BMW 223I Luxury MHEV Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

BMW 223I Luxury MHEV Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a BMW 223I Luxury MHEV Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

94.7%
2022

BMW 223I Luxury MHEV Auto Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on BMW 223I Luxury MHEV Auto models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both 1

BMW 223I Luxury MHEV Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the BMW 223I Luxury MHEV Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 150 94.7% 11,472 18,109 25,173

How Long Does a BMW 223I Luxury MHEV Auto Last?

Based on 133 BMW 223I Luxury MHEV Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.4 years
Median
2.0 years

BMW 223I Luxury MHEV Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all BMW 223I Luxury MHEV Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
17,597 mi
75th Percentile
24,493 mi
95th Percentile
39,387 mi
Max Recorded
69,281 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used BMW 223I Luxury MHEV Auto

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2022

94.7% MOT pass rate from 150 tests

The best year to buy a used BMW 223I Luxury MHEV Auto is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.7% across 150 tests.

How Does the BMW 223I Luxury MHEV Auto Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
BMW 223I Luxury MHEV Auto THIS CAR 94.9% 195 17,597 mi — yrs
BMW 3 Series 75.1% 12,840,406 90,743 mi 37 yrs
BMW 118 81.5% 1,923,256 64,042 mi 22 yrs
BMW X5 77% 1,735,343 83,401 mi 25 yrs
Kawasaki Ex 400 Gkfa 90.5% 420 6,520 mi — yrs

Compared to the BMW 3 Series (75.1% pass rate) and the BMW 118 (81.5% pass rate), the BMW 223I Luxury MHEV Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used BMW 223I Luxury MHEV Auto?

The BMW 223I Luxury MHEV Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 94.9% across 195 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a BMW 223I Luxury MHEV Auto with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

BMW 223I Luxury MHEV Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the BMW 223I Luxury MHEV Auto reliable?
Based on 195 MOT tests, the BMW 223I Luxury MHEV Auto has a 94.9% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a BMW 223I Luxury MHEV Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a BMW 223I Luxury MHEV Auto do per year?
Mileage data is not yet available for this model.
How long does a BMW 223I Luxury MHEV Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a BMW 223I Luxury MHEV Auto?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a BMW 223I Luxury MHEV Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used BMW 223I Luxury MHEV Auto is 2022 with a 94.7% pass rate across 150 tests.