2020 Bmw X3 Xdrive20D M Mhev Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 4,017 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Bmw X3 Xdrive20D M Mhev Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and emissions & environmental. Its pass rate of 91.6% was above the average for cars of a similar age (90.5%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.9% | 236 |
| 2 | Visibility | 1.5% | 60 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 1.2% | 48 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 0.9% | 37 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.4% | 15 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.2% | 7 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 58 |
| 2 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 47 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 30 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 24 |
| 5 | Washers | 19 |
| 6 | Side repeaters | 12 |
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 | 18.1% | 728 |
| 2 | Other defects | 5.4% | 217 |
| 3 | Brakes | 3.1% | 123 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.0% | 122 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.4% | 17 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.3% | 10 |
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 | 1,729 | 7.9% |
| 30-60k | 2,015 | 8.8% |
| 60-90k | 257 | 9.3% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1,342 | 9.1% |
| 2024 | 1,334 | 7.8% |
| 2025 | 1,329 | 8.5% |
What to check before buying a 2020 X3 Xdrive20D M Mhev Auto
Before buying a 2020 Bmw X3 Xdrive20D M Mhev Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 5.9% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (5.9% 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 (1.5% 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.
- Emissions & environmental (1.2% of tests): More common on older diesels (DPF/EGR) — can be expensive; check for warning lights and smoke. Typical repair: £100–£600.
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 X3 Xdrive20D M Mhev Autos pass their MOT?
91.6% of the 4,017 2020 Bmw X3 Xdrive20D M Mhev Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Bmw X3 Xdrive20D M Mhev Auto?
Tyres, recorded in 5.9% of tests, followed by visibility (1.5%).
Does the 2020 X3 Xdrive20D M Mhev Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.9% in the 0-30k band to 9.3% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 4,017 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.