2019 Bmw X2 Sdrive18D Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,105 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Bmw X2 Sdrive18D Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, tyres and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 88.9% was below the average for cars of a similar age (89.9%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 4.8% | 53 |
| 2 | Tyres | 4.8% | 53 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 4.3% | 48 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 1.4% | 15 |
| 5 | Brakes | 1.2% | 13 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.3% | 3 |
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 | 44 |
| 2 | Wipers | 40 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 33 |
| 4 | Washers | 21 |
| 5 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 14 |
| 6 | Headlamp | 14 |
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 | 25.5% | 282 |
| 2 | Other defects | 8.5% | 94 |
| 3 | Brakes | 8.0% | 88 |
| 4 | Visibility | 4.2% | 46 |
| 5 | Suspension | 2.1% | 23 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.4% | 5 |
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 | 222 | 10.4% |
| 30-60k | 528 | 11.0% |
| 60-90k | 286 | 12.9% |
| 90-120k | 65 | 7.7% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 287 | 9.8% |
| 2023 | 294 | 11.9% |
| 2024 | 259 | 13.1% |
| 2025 | 252 | 9.9% |
What to check before buying a 2019 X2 Sdrive18D Auto
Before buying a 2019 Bmw X2 Sdrive18D Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 4.8% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (4.8% 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.
- Tyres (4.8% 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 (4.3% 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 Sdrive18D Autos pass their MOT?
88.9% of the 1,105 2019 Bmw X2 Sdrive18D Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 11.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Bmw X2 Sdrive18D Auto?
Visibility, recorded in 4.8% of tests, followed by tyres (4.8%).
Does the 2019 X2 Sdrive18D Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 10.4% in the 0-30k band to 7.7% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,105 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.