2019 Bmw M2 Competition — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 848 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Bmw M2 Competition, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, lighting & signalling and suspension. Its pass rate of 92.1% was above the average for cars of a similar age (89.9%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.4% | 37 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 2.8% | 24 |
| 3 | Suspension | 1.9% | 16 |
| 4 | Visibility | 0.9% | 8 |
| 5 | Other defects | 0.7% | 6 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.6% | 5 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 33 |
| 2 | Coil spring | 12 |
| 3 | Registration plates | 12 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 8 |
| 5 | Wipers | 5 |
| 6 | Catalyst emissions | 4 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 13.1% | 111 |
| 2 | Other defects | 5.1% | 43 |
| 3 | Brakes | 4.8% | 41 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.5% | 21 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.6% | 5 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.4% | 3 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 567 | 5.6% |
| 30-60k | 256 | 11.7% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 219 | 7.3% |
| 2023 | 209 | 7.2% |
| 2024 | 202 | 7.9% |
| 2025 | 209 | 9.6% |
What to check before buying a 2019 M2 Competition
Before buying a 2019 Bmw M2 Competition, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 4.4% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (4.4% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Lighting & signalling (2.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (1.9% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2019 Bmw M2 Competitions pass their MOT?
92.1% of the 848 2019 Bmw M2 Competition MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Bmw M2 Competition?
Tyres, recorded in 4.4% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (2.8%).
Does the 2019 M2 Competition get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.6% in the 0-30k band to 11.7% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 848 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.