2020 Bmw X2 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 5,456 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Bmw X2, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 90.3% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (90.6%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 6.0% | 329 |
| 2 | Visibility | 3.4% | 186 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.8% | 155 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.8% | 41 |
| 5 | Other defects | 0.3% | 18 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.3% | 16 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 165 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 163 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 59 |
| 4 | Washers | 53 |
| 5 | Brake pads | 45 |
| 6 | Side repeaters | 31 |
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 | 19.1% | 1,042 |
| 2 | Brakes | 7.6% | 417 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.7% | 309 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.6% | 144 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.9% | 51 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.4% | 23 |
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 | 3,123 | 8.5% |
| 30-60k | 2,034 | 11.1% |
| 60-90k | 261 | 13.4% |
| 90-120k | 31 | 9.7% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 4,926 | 9.8% |
| Diesel | 530 | 9.3% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 106 | 6.6% |
| 2023 | 1,805 | 8.6% |
| 2024 | 1,783 | 11.1% |
| 2025 | 1,762 | 9.7% |
What to check before buying a 2020 X2
Before buying a 2020 Bmw X2, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 6.0% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (6.0% 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 (3.4% 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 (2.8% 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 2020 Bmw X2s pass their MOT?
90.3% of the 5,456 2020 Bmw X2 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Bmw X2?
Tyres, recorded in 6.0% of tests, followed by visibility (3.4%).
Does the 2020 X2 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.5% in the 0-30k band to 9.7% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 5,456 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.