Verdict
The BMW X2 passes its MOT first time on 85.2% of tests, about the same as a typical car of the same age and mileage (85.2%). That puts it ahead of 50% of cars on UK roads once age and mileage are taken into account.
By year of first registration, the 2019 X2 does best (beats 52% of cars) and the 2018 worst (beats 47%).
Of its engines, the 2.0 Petrol does best (beats 51%) and the 2.0 Diesel worst (beats 49%).
Better than average on brakes, suspension.
Watch these weak spots
MOT pass rate by age
First-time pass rate at each MOT by the car’s age in years.
Best and worst years
By year of first registration, ranked against all cars on UK roads after adjusting for age and mileage. Green = better than half of cars.
Engines
All years, most common first. Grades compare each car with cars of the same age and mileage (A = best 20% of cars on UK roads, E = worst 20%), so an older or higher-mileage car can grade above one with a higher pass rate.
| Engine | Pass rate | Rank | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 Diesel | 83.6% | Beats 49% | C |
| 2.0 Petrol | 86.3% | Beats 51% | C |
| 1.5 Petrol | 86.1% | Beats 54% | C |
| 1.5 Hybrid | 86.2% | Beats 57% | C |
Where it fails
Each area compared with a typical car of the same age and mileage, in points of pass rate. Tap or hover an area to see what to check.
Every MOT area
Share of tests failing on each area, against a typical car of the same age and mileage (black line).
Buying one or MOT due? Check these
- Tyre damage & cracking 1.7× typical
Look for cuts, bulges and cracking on both sidewalls of every tyre. - Engine warning light 1.7× typical
The engine warning light should come on with the ignition and go out once the engine starts. If it stays on, get the fault codes read before you buy. - Indicator side repeaters 2.3× typical
Walk around with the lights on: bulb failures are the easiest MOT fails to avoid. - Windscreen wipers
Test the washers and wipers: a cheap fix, but a very common MOT fail. - Headlight aim
Park facing a wall at night: both dipped beams should sit level and dip to the left. - Tyre tread depth
Check every tyre, including the inner edge, has at least 3 mm of tread. Uneven wear can point to alignment or suspension problems.
Pass rate by mileage
First-time pass rate by mileage at the test.
Most common MOT failures
| Item | This car | Typical | vs typical |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyre damage & cracking | 5.6% | 3.3% | 1.7× |
| Windscreen wipers | 2.6% | 2.0% | 1.3× |
| Headlight aim | 1.7% | 1.6% | 1.1× |
| Tyre tread depth | 1.2% | 1.7% | 0.7× |
| Engine warning light | 1.1% | 0.7% | 1.7× |
| Windscreen washers | 1.0% | 1.1% | 0.9× |
| Brake pads | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.6× |
| Indicators | 0.7% | 0.1% | 8.6× |
| Indicator side repeaters | 0.5% | 0.2% | 2.3× |
| Tyre pressure warning (TPMS) | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.6× |
Specific defects found
Tester wording for the most frequent failure items, per 1,000 tests.
| Defect | per 1,000 |
|---|---|
| A tyre seriously damaged | 40.2 |
| Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 25.9 |
| The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 17.0 |
| A tyre cords visible or damaged | 16.4 |
| Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 12.1 |
| A direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 11.7 |
| Engine MIL illuminated indicating a malfunction | 11.0 |
| Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 9.9 |
Pick a make and model to see its MOT pass rate, best and worst years and weak spots.
Every year and engine
Tap a year to see its engines. Grades compare each car with cars of the same age and mileage (A = best 20% of cars on UK roads, E = worst 20%), so an older or higher-mileage car can grade above one with a higher pass rate.
2022 BMW X23 engines87.2% passC
| Engine | Pass rate | Rank | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 Hybrid | 85.2% | Beats 47% | C |
| 2.0 Petrol | 88.4% | Beats 38% | D |
| 1.5 Petrol | 88.5% | Beats 42% | C |
2021 BMW X24 engines87.7% passC
| Engine | Pass rate | Rank | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 Petrol | 88.2% | Beats 52% | C |
| 1.5 Hybrid | 86.7% | Beats 61% | B |
| 1.5 Petrol | 88.8% | Beats 62% | B |
| 2.0 Diesel | 87.5% | Beats 57% | C |
2020 BMW X23 engines86.9% passC
| Engine | Pass rate | Rank | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 Petrol | 87.6% | Beats 56% | C |
| 2.0 Diesel | 86.1% | Beats 56% | C |
| 1.5 Petrol | 86.1% | Beats 44% | C |
2019 BMW X23 engines84.8% passC
| Engine | Pass rate | Rank | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 Petrol | 85.6% | Beats 47% | C |
| 2.0 Diesel | 83.8% | Beats 55% | C |
| 1.5 Petrol | 85.0% | Beats 56% | C |
2018 BMW X22 engines83.6% passC
| Engine | Pass rate | Rank | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 Diesel | 82.8% | Beats 44% | C |
| 2.0 Petrol | 85.6% | Beats 57% | C |
FAQ
What is the BMW X2 MOT pass rate?
85.2% of MOT tests on the BMW X2 were passed first time, based on 89,172 tests between 2020 and 2026 of cars first registered 2018–2022. A typical car of the same age and mileage passes 85.2% of the time.
Is the BMW X2 reliable?
On MOT results it rates C (average): it passes first time more often than a typical car of the same age and mileage and does better than 50% of cars on UK roads. MOT results cover safety and emissions items, not every kind of breakdown.
Which BMW X2 year is best?
Among years with enough data, the 2019 X2 does best for its age and mileage: it beats 52% of cars on UK roads. The 2018 does worst: it beats 47%.
Which BMW X2 engine is best?
Across all years, the 2.0 Petrol does best: it beats 51% of cars on UK roads. The 2.0 Diesel does worst: it beats 49%.
What are the most common MOT failures on the BMW X2?
The most common failure items are tyre damage & cracking, windscreen wipers, headlight aim. Compared with similar cars, tyre damage & cracking comes up 1.7× as often.