2022 BMW IX3 M Sport PRO Electric · LO72 WGF

A 2022 BMW iX3 with a recorded MOT failure is an unusual entry in this vehicle's history, and the specific nature of that failure warrants close attention from any prospective buyer. The 2026-03-04 test resulted in a fail due to a Major defect concerning the Front Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicating a fault, which sits alongside an advisory noting a deteriorated front registration plate. The very next day, 2026-03-05, the vehicle was re-tested and passed, but it remains the case that the supplemental restraint system warning lamp defect was recorded as a Major item on one of the tests. Beyond that, the record also captures advisories for both rear tyres being worn close to the legal limit and worn on the edge. The overall test history is limited to this 2026 episode, but the combination of a Major SRS warning lamp failure and edge wear on both rear tyres indicates that a thorough inspection of the restraint system and a direct check of current rear tyre condition are essential before purchase. With only two MOT entries on file for a 2022 vehicle, the broader roadworthiness trend cannot be fully established, but the single failure on record is a notable data point that must be reconciled by the buyer. Annual mileage accumulation for this iX3 sits at roughly 6,973 miles per year over its four-year life, which is a broadly typical figure for a premium electric SUV of this age and is neither unusually low nor suggestive of extended periods off the road. There are no extended testing gaps in the available record, with the 2026 entries representing the first MOT tests since the vehicle would have become eligible at three years of age. The mileage pattern is therefore consistent with steady, moderate usage rather than long-term standing or exceptionally high accumulation. From a mechanical standpoint, this level of use tends to result in relatively even wear across consumables rather than the dry-corrosion issues that affect vehicles left dormant, though it also means that braking components, tyres, and high-voltage ancillary systems should have been exercised regularly. The absence of multiple prior test entries does limit the depth of the wear history available, so mileage alone provides only a partial picture. The Major supplementary restraint system warning lamp fault recorded on 2026-03-04 is the most pressing item to investigate. A persistent airbag or SRS warning lamp typically points to a fault detected by the restraint control module, which could stem from a faulty seat occupancy sensor, a wiring or connector issue beneath the seats, a previous crash event with incomplete system reset, or a failed airbag squib or clock spring within the steering wheel. A buyer should request evidence that the fault was properly diagnosed and rectified at a specialist before the pass was issued, ideally with a printed or electronic diagnostic report from the BMW i-Level or ISTA system showing the relevant fault memory has been cleared. On a test drive and physical inspection, check that the SRS warning lamp extinguishes promptly after ignition, that no airbag or seatbelt pretensioner warning remains illuminated, and that the front seats do not show signs of recent removal or disturbed wiring beneath them. Because the supplemental restraint system is directly linked to occupant safety, this is not a defect to accept on the strength of a re-test pass alone. The rear tyre advisories noting wear close to the legal limit and wear on the edge on both rear tyres indicate that the iX3 may have been operating with insufficient rear camber, inconsistent rear tyre pressures, or aggressive cornering loads on the driven axle. Edge wear specifically, as opposed to even tread wear across the full contact patch, points to a geometry or pressure issue rather than simple age-related wear. On a test drive, listen for any humming or drone from the rear that increases with speed, which can indicate uneven wear patterns, and feel for any vagueness or pulling in straight-line running that might suggest rear alignment deviation. Inspect the inner and outer shoulders of the currently fitted rear tyres directly and confirm that they are matched in brand, size, and tread depth, as the iX3 is sensitive to rear axle geometry. Beyond these flagged items, the registration plate deterioration advisory is cosmetic and easily resolved, but it should be corrected before any subsequent test to avoid another entry on the record.