2020 Bmw X1 Xdrive25E Xline Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 558 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Bmw X1 Xdrive25E Xline Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, lighting & signalling and visibility. Its pass rate of 92.5% was above the average for cars of a similar age (90.6%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.4% | 30 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 1.8% | 10 |
| 3 | Visibility | 1.3% | 7 |
| 4 | Other defects | 0.2% | 1 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.2% | 1 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.2% | 1 |
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 | 9 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 6 |
| 3 | Washers | 5 |
| 4 | Side repeaters | 4 |
| 5 | Window | 1 |
| 6 | Fuel cap/sealing device | 1 |
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 | 18.3% | 102 |
| 2 | Other defects | 5.6% | 31 |
| 3 | Visibility | 2.3% | 13 |
| 4 | Brakes | 2.1% | 12 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 0.7% | 4 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.5% | 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 | 268 | 7.1% |
| 30-60k | 229 | 7.4% |
| 60-90k | 47 | 8.5% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 191 | 11.0% |
| 2024 | 184 | 7.1% |
| 2025 | 181 | 4.4% |
What to check before buying a 2020 X1 Xdrive25E Xline Auto
Before buying a 2020 Bmw X1 Xdrive25E Xline Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 5.4% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (5.4% 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 (1.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Visibility (1.3% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
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 2020 Bmw X1 Xdrive25E Xline Autos pass their MOT?
92.5% of the 558 2020 Bmw X1 Xdrive25E Xline Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Bmw X1 Xdrive25E Xline Auto?
Tyres, recorded in 5.4% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (1.8%).
Does the 2020 X1 Xdrive25E Xline Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.1% in the 0-30k band to 8.5% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 558 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.