BMW X2 Sdrive20I M Sport X Auto
From 1,337 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Older X2 Sdrive20I M Sport X Autos fare better: 2020 models pass at 86.8% vs 88.9% for 2019.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and a tyre cords visible or damaged. The top issue, a tyre seriously damaged, caused 47 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a tyre seriously damaged | 47 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 27 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 18 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 16 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 5 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 5 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 5 |
| a tyre has a lump, bulge or tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure. this includes any lifting of the tread rubber | 5 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 5 |
| a wheel with a loose or missing wheel nut, bolt or stud | 4 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 59.1% of X2 Sdrive20I M Sport X Auto failures are safety items (worn brakes, tyre damage, steering play). The car still drives, but you shouldn't. Only 0% are the kind that would actually strand you. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £77.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 86.8% | a tyre seriously damaged, windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen |
| 2019 | 88.9% | a tyre seriously damaged, a tyre cords visible or damaged |
| 2018 | 82.9% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged |
Typical mileage
Half of all X2 Sdrive20I M Sport X Autos tested had between 30,066 and 43,651 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 36,902 median miles, the X2 Sdrive20I M Sport X Auto has 0.036 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other BMW models
| BMW 3 Series | 79.2% |
| BMW 118 | 82.8% |
| BMW 116 | 78.9% |
| BMW X5 | 85.4% |
| BMW X3 | 83.9% |
Common questions
What is the BMW X2 Sdrive20I M Sport X Auto MOT pass rate?
The BMW X2 Sdrive20I M Sport X Auto has a 86.7% MOT pass rate based on 1,337 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a BMW X2 Sdrive20I M Sport X Auto?
The most common MOT failure on the BMW X2 Sdrive20I M Sport X Auto is a tyre seriously damaged, which caused 47 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a BMW X2 Sdrive20I M Sport X Auto at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a BMW X2 Sdrive20I M Sport X Auto is 36,902 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 30,066 and 43,651 miles.
Buying a used X2 Sdrive20I M Sport X Auto?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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