2022 BMW IX XDRIVE40 M Sport Edition Electric · RY72 BWJ

The most recent MOT test on 2025-10-10 at 19,988 miles resulted in a pass, indicating the vehicle currently meets minimum roadworthiness standards. However, the maintenance trend leading up to this pass shows a sudden and severe deterioration in a single component group. Just one day prior, on 2025-10-09 at 19,977 miles, the tester failed the vehicle due to catastrophic tyre defects. The nearside and offside front tyres had exposed ply or cords on the inner edges, while the nearside rear tyre suffered a deep cut reaching the carcass, alongside sidewall damage on the offside rear. Replacing all four tyres to pass the following day suggests basic preventative upkeep was entirely neglected until a legal requirement forced the issue. The recurring advisory for smeary wipers across both tests confirms a pattern of ignoring minor visibility maintenance. At roughly four years old with 19,988 miles recorded, this vehicle has covered approximately 4,997 miles annually, which is exceptionally low for its age. The MOT records show a tight mileage increment of only 11 miles between the failed test on 2025-10-09 and the pass on 2025-10-10, confirming the vehicle was driven minimally during that period. Such low annual mileage often implies extended periods of standing, which can lead to flat-spotting on tyres and moisture-related corrosion on brake discs or suspension components, even if the odometer reading remains low. A physical inspection must focus heavily on the condition of the newly fitted tyres and the underlying suspension geometry. Exposed cords on the inner edges of the front tyres frequently point to excessive negative camber or worn suspension bushes, common issues on heavy electric SUVs. The buyer should closely inspect the inner sidewalls of the replacement tyres for uneven wear, which would indicate persistent alignment faults. Given the extended periods of low usage implied by the mileage, check the brake discs for surface corrosion and binding calipers. The structural integrity of the vehicle should also be examined for signs of corrosion, particularly around the suspension mounting points, as EVs can be susceptible to rust if left standing in damp conditions. Finally, test the washer system thoroughly, as smeary wipers often point to a blocked jet or worn rubbers that were merely replaced rather than properly diagnosed.