2019 Bmw X2 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 11,037 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Bmw X2, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 89.1% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (89.9%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 6.6% | 725 |
| 2 | Visibility | 3.7% | 406 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.7% | 300 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.1% | 127 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 0.4% | 44 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.3% | 38 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 347 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 334 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 176 |
| 4 | Brake pads | 134 |
| 5 | Washers | 129 |
| 6 | Side repeaters | 52 |
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 | 21.1% | 2,333 |
| 2 | Brakes | 8.4% | 932 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.2% | 688 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.7% | 299 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.5% | 165 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.3% | 36 |
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 | 5,108 | 9.9% |
| 30-60k | 4,737 | 11.5% |
| 60-90k | 1,026 | 12.3% |
| 90-120k | 149 | 12.8% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 10,084 | 10.8% |
| Diesel | 953 | 11.5% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 97 | 4.1% |
| 2022 | 2,753 | 10.9% |
| 2023 | 2,796 | 11.8% |
| 2024 | 2,697 | 10.8% |
| 2025 | 2,694 | 10.2% |
What to check before buying a 2019 X2
Before buying a 2019 Bmw X2, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 6.6% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (6.6% 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 (3.7% 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 X2s pass their MOT?
89.1% of the 11,037 2019 Bmw X2 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 10.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Bmw X2?
Tyres, recorded in 6.6% of tests, followed by visibility (3.7%).
Does the 2019 X2 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 9.9% in the 0-30k band to 12.8% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 11,037 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.