BMW X2 Sdrive20I Sport Auto
From 2,302 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre seriously damaged, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, a tyre seriously damaged, caused 53 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 | 53 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 21 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 19 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 18 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 16 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 10 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 9 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 7 |
| number plate missing or so insecure that it is likely to fall off | 5 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 4 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 54.3% of failures are serious: 54.3% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 0% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £75.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 90.2% | a tyre seriously damaged, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
| 2020 | 88.6% | a tyre seriously damaged, windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen |
| 2019 | 88.3% | a tyre seriously damaged, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2018 | 86.6% | a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a tyre seriously damaged |
Typical mileage
Half of all X2 Sdrive20I Sport Autos tested had between 19,732 and 38,455 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 29,514 median miles, the X2 Sdrive20I Sport Auto has 0.039 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 Sport Auto MOT pass rate?
The BMW X2 Sdrive20I Sport Auto has a 88.6% MOT pass rate based on 2,302 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a BMW X2 Sdrive20I Sport Auto?
The most common MOT failure on the BMW X2 Sdrive20I Sport Auto is a tyre seriously damaged, which caused 53 failures. Other common issues include wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen.
What is the typical mileage of a BMW X2 Sdrive20I Sport Auto at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a BMW X2 Sdrive20I Sport Auto is 29,514 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 19,732 and 38,455 miles.
Buying a used X2 Sdrive20I Sport 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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