2019 Bmw X2 Sdrive20I M X Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,627 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Bmw X2 Sdrive20I M X Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 88.6% was below the average for cars of a similar age (89.9%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 7.3% | 119 |
| 2 | Visibility | 3.4% | 56 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.7% | 44 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.0% | 16 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.7% | 12 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.3% | 4 |
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 | 55 |
| 2 | Wipers | 45 |
| 3 | Washers | 22 |
| 4 | Brake pads | 17 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 17 |
| 6 | Pins and bushes | 7 |
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 | 22.0% | 358 |
| 2 | Brakes | 7.0% | 114 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.0% | 97 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.7% | 60 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.0% | 16 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.4% | 6 |
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 | 789 | 10.3% |
| 30-60k | 754 | 12.7% |
| 60-90k | 74 | 9.5% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 415 | 12.5% |
| 2023 | 409 | 11.0% |
| 2024 | 394 | 11.7% |
| 2025 | 390 | 11.0% |
What to check before buying a 2019 X2 Sdrive20I M X Auto
Before buying a 2019 Bmw X2 Sdrive20I M X Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 7.3% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (7.3% 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.
- Visibility (3.4% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (2.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£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 2019 Bmw X2 Sdrive20I M X Autos pass their MOT?
88.6% of the 1,627 2019 Bmw X2 Sdrive20I M X Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 11.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Bmw X2 Sdrive20I M X Auto?
Tyres, recorded in 7.3% of tests, followed by visibility (3.4%).
Does the 2019 X2 Sdrive20I M X Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 10.3% in the 0-30k band to 9.5% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,627 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.