2020 Bmw X4 Xdrive20D M Mhev Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,344 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Bmw X4 Xdrive20D M Mhev Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 90.8% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (90.5%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.6% | 75 |
| 2 | Visibility | 2.2% | 30 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.0% | 27 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 1.8% | 24 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.5% | 7 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.3% | 4 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 24 |
| 2 | Wipers | 23 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 21 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 19 |
| 5 | Washers | 10 |
| 6 | Side repeaters | 10 |
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 | 19.6% | 264 |
| 2 | Other defects | 8.3% | 111 |
| 3 | Brakes | 4.1% | 55 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.7% | 50 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.2% | 16 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.8% | 11 |
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 | 483 | 6.6% |
| 30-60k | 719 | 11.0% |
| 60-90k | 122 | 9.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 454 | 8.4% |
| 2024 | 441 | 8.8% |
| 2025 | 446 | 10.5% |
What to check before buying a 2020 X4 Xdrive20D M Mhev Auto
Before buying a 2020 Bmw X4 Xdrive20D M Mhev Auto, 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 (2.2% 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 (2.0% 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 X4 Xdrive20D M Mhev Autos pass their MOT?
90.8% of the 1,344 2020 Bmw X4 Xdrive20D M Mhev Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Bmw X4 Xdrive20D M Mhev Auto?
Tyres, recorded in 5.6% of tests, followed by visibility (2.2%).
Does the 2020 X4 Xdrive20D M Mhev Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.6% in the 0-30k band to 9.8% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,344 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.