2019 Bmw X2 Sdrive18D — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,577 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Bmw X2 Sdrive18D, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 87.3% was below the average for cars of a similar age (89.9%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.6% | 89 |
| 2 | Visibility | 5.5% | 86 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 4.1% | 64 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 2.9% | 45 |
| 5 | Brakes | 1.7% | 27 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.7% | 11 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 74 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 65 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 45 |
| 4 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 44 |
| 5 | Washers | 24 |
| 6 | Brake pads | 24 |
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 | 23.5% | 371 |
| 2 | Brakes | 8.6% | 136 |
| 3 | Other defects | 8.4% | 132 |
| 4 | Visibility | 5.3% | 84 |
| 5 | Suspension | 3.5% | 55 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.4% | 7 |
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 | 276 | 9.8% |
| 30-60k | 769 | 14.2% |
| 60-90k | 362 | 12.4% |
| 90-120k | 141 | 11.3% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 407 | 14.2% |
| 2023 | 437 | 14.9% |
| 2024 | 360 | 9.2% |
| 2025 | 359 | 12.0% |
What to check before buying a 2019 X2 Sdrive18D
Before buying a 2019 Bmw X2 Sdrive18D, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 5.6% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (5.6% 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 (5.5% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (4.1% 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 Sdrive18Ds pass their MOT?
87.3% of the 1,577 2019 Bmw X2 Sdrive18D MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 12.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Bmw X2 Sdrive18D?
Tyres, recorded in 5.6% of tests, followed by visibility (5.5%).
Does the 2019 X2 Sdrive18D get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 9.8% in the 0-30k band to 11.3% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,577 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.