2019 Bmw M8 Competition Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 299 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Bmw M8 Competition Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, other defects and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 94.0% was above the average for cars of a similar age (89.8%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.3% | 10 |
| 2 | Other defects | 1.7% | 5 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.0% | 3 |
| 4 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.3% | 1 |
| 5 | Road wheels | 0.3% | 1 |
| 6 | Visibility | 0.3% | 1 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Registration plates | 9 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 3 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 2 |
| 4 | Side repeaters | 2 |
| 5 | SRS malfunction indicator lamp | 1 |
| 6 | Catalyst emissions | 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 | 12.7% | 38 |
| 2 | Other defects | 4.7% | 14 |
| 3 | Brakes | 2.3% | 7 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.0% | 3 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.7% | 2 |
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 | 225 | 4.9% |
| 30-60k | 66 | 9.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 77 | 3.9% |
| 2023 | 72 | 4.2% |
| 2024 | 69 | 5.8% |
| 2025 | 81 | 9.9% |
What to check before buying a 2019 M8 Competition Auto
Before buying a 2019 Bmw M8 Competition Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 3.3% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (3.3% 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.
- Other defects (1.7% of tests): Miscellaneous items not in the main categories. Typical repair: varies.
- Lighting & signalling (1.0% 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 M8 Competition Autos pass their MOT?
94.0% of the 299 2019 Bmw M8 Competition Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 6.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Bmw M8 Competition Auto?
Tyres, recorded in 3.3% of tests, followed by other defects (1.7%).
Does the 2019 M8 Competition Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 4.9% in the 0-30k band to 9.1% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 299 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.