2022 Bmw X2 Xdrive25E Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 548 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Bmw X2 Xdrive25E Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 88.3% was below the average for cars of a similar age (91.7%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 16.2% in the 60-90k group versus 8.8% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 6.8% | 37 |
| 2 | Visibility | 5.1% | 28 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.5% | 14 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.4% | 2 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 0.2% | 1 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.2% | 1 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 28 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 12 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 8 |
| 4 | Washers | 6 |
| 5 | Side repeaters | 4 |
| 6 | Individual direction indicators | 2 |
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 | 24.4% | 134 |
| 2 | Other defects | 6.9% | 38 |
| 3 | Visibility | 6.6% | 36 |
| 4 | Brakes | 2.7% | 15 |
| 5 | Steering | 1.1% | 6 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.4% | 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 | 181 | 8.8% |
| 30-60k | 288 | 12.8% |
| 60-90k | 68 | 16.2% |
What to check before buying a 2022 X2 Xdrive25E Auto
Before buying a 2022 Bmw X2 Xdrive25E Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 6.8% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (6.8% 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 (5.1% 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 (2.5% 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 2022 Bmw X2 Xdrive25E Autos pass their MOT?
88.3% of the 548 2022 Bmw X2 Xdrive25E Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 11.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Bmw X2 Xdrive25E Auto?
Tyres, recorded in 6.8% of tests, followed by visibility (5.1%).
Does the 2022 X2 Xdrive25E Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.8% in the 0-30k band to 16.2% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 548 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.