BMW X1 (2022)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 848 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
94%
Total Tests (2024)
848
Avg Mileage
21,338 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,582
Is the 2022 BMW X1 reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 12 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the BMW brand average of 88%.
At 2 years old, 94% of BMW X1s from 2022 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 848 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 21,338 miles.
How does the 2022 BMW X1 compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2022 BMW X1 has 21,338 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 14,800 miles for a 2-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
How much does a 2022 BMW X1 cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
BMW X1 by Year
| Year | Pass Rate | Tests | Avg Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 94% | 848 | 21,338 mi |
| 2021 | 93% | 11,979 | 24,155 mi |
| 2020 | 93% | 13,908 | 30,064 mi |
| 2019 | 93% | 25,371 | 36,772 mi |
| 2018 | 91% | 27,077 | 46,309 mi |
| 2017 | 91% | 25,593 | 58,173 mi |
| 2016 | 90% | 22,978 | 65,476 mi |
| 2015 | 87% | 8,814 | 73,240 mi |
| 2014 | 83% | 15,131 | 82,597 mi |
| 2013 | 83% | 15,032 | 86,916 mi |
| 2012 | 82% | 11,339 | 97,547 mi |
| 2011 | 81% | 12,207 | 105,382 mi |
| 2010 | 81% | 9,233 | 112,064 mi |
| 2009 | 81% | 877 | 117,777 mi |
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About the 2022 BMW X1
The 2022 BMW X1 is a premium with a 1499cc petrol engine. 848 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all cars from 2022, the average MOT pass rate is 94%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.
With an average of 21,338 miles at 2 years old, BMW X1 owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2022 BMW X1 Fuel Costs
The 1499cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2022 BMW X1?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,582 (£132/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 94% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
BMW X1 Reliability Trend
Newer BMW X1s show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 10 percentage points.
Alternatives to the 2022 BMW X1
The BMW X1 is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol premiums from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2020) 93% pass rate (-1%) from 52,321 tests
- MERCEDES A (2021) 94% pass rate (same) from 37,477 tests
- MINI COOPER (2020) 93% pass rate (-1%) from 34,513 tests
- AUDI Q2 (2020) 94% pass rate (same) from 28,824 tests