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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the BMW X2. Check any X2 by registration number below.

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90.7%

Avg Pass Rate

+0.8%

vs BMW Avg

6

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

BMW X2 — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW X2 has an average MOT pass rate of 90.7%, which is 0.8 percentage points above the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the X2 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a BMW X2 fails its MOT are wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a tyre seriously damaged, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. If you are preparing your X2 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used BMW X2, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the BMW X2 performs at MOT across different model years.

2022

Based on 107 vehicles

97.2%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

2.8%

Mileage at 3yr

44k mi

2021

Based on 3,010 vehicles

90.9%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

1.9%

Retest Rate

11.5%

Mileage at 3yr

37k mi

2020

Based on 4,735 vehicles

90.0%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

2.5%

Retest Rate

11.8%

Mileage at 3yr

36k mi

Mileage at 5yr

62k mi

2019

Based on 6,946 vehicles

88.6%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

2.8%

Retest Rate

11.7%

Mileage at 3yr

42k mi

Mileage at 5yr

63k mi

2018

Based on 7,419 vehicles

88.7%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

3.1%

Retest Rate

13.2%

Mileage at 5yr

63k mi

0

Based on 7,431 vehicles

88.9%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 5yr

32k mi

Top MOT Failures — BMW X2

The most common reasons a BMW X2 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

1.5%
2

A tyre seriously damaged

1.5%
3

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

1.5%
4

A direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

0.9%
5

A tyre cords visible or damaged

0.8%
BMW X2 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

3.7%

Front Offside

3.7%

Rear Nearside

1.9%

Other BMW Models

Compare MOT reliability across BMW models.

BMW 420d Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto

90.4% pass rate

BMW X2 Sdrive18d Sport

87.3% pass rate

BMW X2 Sdrive18d M Sport X Auto

87.0% pass rate

BMW 550

82.4% pass rate

BMW 316 I

89.0% pass rate

BMW 540i Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto

75.6% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for BMW X2

BMW X2 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW X2 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW X2?
The average MOT pass rate for the BMW X2 is 90.7% compared to the BMW average of 89.9%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a BMW X2?
The most common MOT failures on the BMW X2 are: Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (1.5%), A tyre seriously damaged (1.5%), The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (1.5%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the BMW X2 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 90.7%, the BMW X2 is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a BMW X2?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a BMW X2?
Typical mileage for the BMW X2: 44,426 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used X2 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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