2018 Bmw X2 Sdrive18D M Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 388 MOT tests analysed for the 2018 Bmw X2 Sdrive18D M Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 88.9% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (89.1%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 7.2% | 28 |
| 2 | Visibility | 4.1% | 16 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 3.9% | 15 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 1.8% | 7 |
| 5 | Brakes | 1.0% | 4 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.5% | 2 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 14 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 12 |
| 3 | Individual direction indicators | 9 |
| 4 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 7 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 5 |
| 6 | Brake pads | 4 |
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 | 20.6% | 80 |
| 2 | Brakes | 8.8% | 34 |
| 3 | Other defects | 7.0% | 27 |
| 4 | Suspension | 2.3% | 9 |
| 5 | Visibility | 1.3% | 5 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.3% | 1 |
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 | 110 | 10.0% |
| 30-60k | 199 | 10.5% |
| 60-90k | 75 | 14.7% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 81 | 12.3% |
| 2022 | 74 | 8.1% |
| 2023 | 85 | 14.1% |
| 2024 | 74 | 9.5% |
| 2025 | 74 | 10.8% |
What to check before buying a 2018 X2 Sdrive18D M Auto
Before buying a 2018 Bmw X2 Sdrive18D M Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 7.2% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (7.2% 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 (4.1% 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 (3.9% 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 2018 Bmw X2 Sdrive18D M Autos pass their MOT?
88.9% of the 388 2018 Bmw X2 Sdrive18D M Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 11.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2018 Bmw X2 Sdrive18D M Auto?
Tyres, recorded in 7.2% of tests, followed by visibility (4.1%).
Does the 2018 X2 Sdrive18D M Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 10.0% in the 0-30k band to 14.7% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 388 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.