2019 BMW X6 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 3,029 MOT tests, the 2019 BMW X6 recorded an 89.4% pass rate. That is effectively the same as large SUVs of a similar age (9.7% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Failures cluster in tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: tyres, recorded in 6.2% of tests against 2.8% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are wipers, tread depth and malfunction indicator lamp — wipers alone was recorded 83 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2019 X6 fails 9.3% of the time in the 0-30k band and 9.8% at 90-120k, a spread of only 0.6 points.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 17.7% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 4.2% of tests failed in 2021 against 9.2% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 6.2% | 189 |
| 2 | Visibility | 2.8% | 84 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.3% | 38 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 1.2% | 36 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.8% | 25 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.8% | 23 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 83 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 46 |
| 3 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 36 |
| 4 | Registration plates | 35 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 30 |
| 6 | Attachment | 19 |
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 | 17.7% | 536 |
| 2 | Brakes | 7.1% | 215 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.4% | 193 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.7% | 82 |
| 5 | Suspension | 2.1% | 62 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.9% | 28 |
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 | 961 | 9.3% |
| 30-60k | 1,533 | 10.8% |
| 60-90k | 473 | 13.1% |
| 90-120k | 61 | 9.8% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 2,880 | 10.8% |
| Petrol | 149 | 7.4% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 72 | 4.2% |
| 2022 | 792 | 13.6% |
| 2023 | 751 | 10.3% |
| 2024 | 720 | 9.7% |
| 2025 | 694 | 9.2% |
What to check before buying a 2019 X6
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: tyres accounted for 6.2% of tests. Start there.
- Tyres (6.2% 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 (2.8% 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 (1.3% 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 X6s pass their MOT?
89.4% of the 3,029 2019 BMW X6 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 10.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 BMW X6?
Tyres, recorded in 6.2% of tests, followed by visibility (2.8%).
Does the 2019 X6 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 9.3% in the 0-30k band to 9.8% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 3,029 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.