2019 Bmw X7 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 2,384 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Bmw X7, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, lighting & signalling and other defects. Its pass rate of 86.7% was below the average for cars of a similar age (89.8%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 9.4% | 224 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 1.7% | 40 |
| 3 | Other defects | 1.4% | 33 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.3% | 30 |
| 5 | Brakes | 1.1% | 26 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.8% | 18 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Registration plates | 54 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 42 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 32 |
| 4 | Brake pads | 23 |
| 5 | Washers | 22 |
| 6 | Pins and bushes | 18 |
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 | 19.2% | 457 |
| 2 | Brakes | 6.6% | 157 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.2% | 147 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.3% | 79 |
| 5 | Suspension | 2.9% | 69 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.5% | 12 |
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 | 785 | 13.6% |
| 30-60k | 1,188 | 12.7% |
| 60-90k | 338 | 15.1% |
| 90-120k | 56 | 8.9% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 1,754 | 13.9% |
| Petrol | 630 | 11.6% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 601 | 15.0% |
| 2023 | 604 | 11.6% |
| 2024 | 576 | 13.7% |
| 2025 | 588 | 13.1% |
What to check before buying a 2019 X7
Before buying a 2019 Bmw X7, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 9.4% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (9.4% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (1.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Other defects (1.4% of tests): Miscellaneous items not in the main categories. Typical repair: varies.
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 X7s pass their MOT?
86.7% of the 2,384 2019 Bmw X7 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 13.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Bmw X7?
Tyres, recorded in 9.4% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (1.7%).
Does the 2019 X7 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 13.6% in the 0-30k band to 8.9% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,384 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.