2019 Bmw X2 Sdrive20I Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 5,867 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Bmw X2 Sdrive20I Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 89.8% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (89.9%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.8% | 338 |
| 2 | Visibility | 4.0% | 235 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.3% | 132 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.0% | 61 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.6% | 36 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.4% | 26 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 202 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 129 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 85 |
| 4 | Washers | 80 |
| 5 | Brake pads | 61 |
| 6 | Pins and bushes | 38 |
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 | 21.0% | 1,230 |
| 2 | Brakes | 7.9% | 464 |
| 3 | Other defects | 7.4% | 436 |
| 4 | Suspension | 2.7% | 161 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.6% | 153 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.7% | 43 |
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 | 3,019 | 9.1% |
| 30-60k | 2,361 | 11.1% |
| 60-90k | 433 | 12.7% |
| 90-120k | 40 | 12.5% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 37 | 5.4% |
| 2022 | 1,533 | 11.6% |
| 2023 | 1,467 | 10.0% |
| 2024 | 1,439 | 9.9% |
| 2025 | 1,391 | 9.4% |
What to check before buying a 2019 X2 Sdrive20I Auto
Before buying a 2019 Bmw X2 Sdrive20I Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 5.8% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (5.8% 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.
- Visibility (4.0% 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 (2.3% 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 Sdrive20I Autos pass their MOT?
89.8% of the 5,867 2019 Bmw X2 Sdrive20I Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 10.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Bmw X2 Sdrive20I Auto?
Tyres, recorded in 5.8% of tests, followed by visibility (4.0%).
Does the 2019 X2 Sdrive20I Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 9.1% in the 0-30k band to 12.5% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 5,867 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.