BMW X1 MOT Results
Registered in 201789.6% pass rate
from 14,275 tests in 2021
(22% better than other 2017 cars)
Pass rate by mileage
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Failure rates by item
Here you can drill down into the failure rates for each item on the test. We've also compared the rates to the average results for 2017 cars and highlighted areas where the BMW X1 is unusually good or bad.
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4.0% fail on
Tyres
(16% worse than other 2017 cars)
- 3.0% fail on Condition (51% worse than other 2017 cars)
- 1.1% fail on Tread depth (30% better than other 2017 cars)
- 0.014% fail on Size/type
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2.5% fail on
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment
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1.5% fail on
Headlamp aim
- 1.5% fail on Headlamp aim
- 0.042% fail on Headlamp aim not tested
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0.57% fail on
Headlamps
- 0.55% fail on Headlamp
- 0.021% fail on Headlamp levelling device
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0.27% fail on
Direction indicators
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0.27% fail on
Flashing type
- 0.24% fail on Side repeaters
- 0.035% fail on Individual direction indicators
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0.27% fail on
Flashing type
- 0.11% fail on Stop lamp (68% better than other 2017 cars)
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0.035% fail on
Position lamps
- 0.035% fail on Position lamp
- 0.035% fail on Rear reflectors
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0.035% fail on
Electrical equipment
- 0.021% fail on Horn
- 0.0070% fail on Trailer electrical socket
- 0.0070% fail on Electrical wiring
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0.021% fail on
Front and rear fog lamps
(85% better than other 2017 cars)
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0.021% fail on
Rear fog lamp
(85% better than other 2017 cars)
- 0.021% fail on Rear fog lamp (85% better than other 2017 cars)
- 0.0070% fail on Switch
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0.021% fail on
Rear fog lamp
(85% better than other 2017 cars)
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0.014% fail on
Mandatory tell-tales
- 0.0070% fail on Main beam tell-tale
- 0.0070% fail on Rear fog lamp tell-tale
- 0.0070% fail on Registration plate lamp(s)
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1.5% fail on
Headlamp aim
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2.2% fail on
Visibility
(39% better than other 2017 cars)
- 1.2% fail on Wipers (56% better than other 2017 cars)
- 0.99% fail on Washers
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0.084% fail on
Condition of glass
- 0.084% fail on Windscreen
- 0.014% fail on Bonnet
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0.67% fail on
Brakes
(68% better than other 2017 cars)
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0.53% fail on
Mechanical brake components
(64% better than other 2017 cars)
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0.48% fail on
Brake linings and pads
(62% better than other 2017 cars)
- 0.48% fail on Brake pads (62% better than other 2017 cars)
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0.070% fail on
Brake discs and drums
(80% better than other 2017 cars)
- 0.070% fail on Brake discs (80% better than other 2017 cars)
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0.48% fail on
Brake linings and pads
(62% better than other 2017 cars)
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0.12% fail on
Brake performance
(75% better than other 2017 cars)
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0.084% fail on
Service brake performance
(70% better than other 2017 cars)
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0.077% fail on
Rbt
(72% better than other 2017 cars)
- 0.063% fail on Service brake performance (73% better than other 2017 cars)
- 0.014% fail on Service brake imbalance
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0.0070% fail on
Plate brake tester
- 0.0070% fail on Service brake performance
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0.077% fail on
Rbt
(72% better than other 2017 cars)
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0.021% fail on
Service Brake Efficiency (sp)
- 0.014% fail on Decelerometer (sp)
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0.0070% fail on
Rbt (sp)
- 0.0070% fail on Service brake imbalance
- 0.0070% fail on Brake performance not tested
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0.0070% fail on
Parking brake efficiency (sp)
- 0.0070% fail on Rbt (sp)
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0.084% fail on
Service brake performance
(70% better than other 2017 cars)
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0.0070% fail on
Service brake pedal or hand lever
- 0.0070% fail on Pedal
- 0.0070% fail on Flexible brake hoses
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0.0070% fail on
Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders)
- 0.0070% fail on Hydraulic brake callipers
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0.0070% fail on
ABS / EBS / ESC
- 0.0070% fail on Anti-lock braking system
- 0.0070% fail on Electronic stability control
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0.53% fail on
Mechanical brake components
(64% better than other 2017 cars)
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0.28% fail on
Suspension
(68% better than other 2017 cars)
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0.13% fail on
Suspension arms
- 0.056% fail on Pins and bushes
- 0.042% fail on Ball joint
- 0.021% fail on Ball joint dust cover
- 0.014% fail on Suspension arm
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0.077% fail on
Springs
(77% better than other 2017 cars)
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0.077% fail on
Coil springs
(77% better than other 2017 cars)
- 0.077% fail on Coil spring (77% better than other 2017 cars)
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0.077% fail on
Coil springs
(77% better than other 2017 cars)
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0.049% fail on
Anti-roll bars
(64% better than other 2017 cars)
- 0.028% fail on Ball joint dust cover
- 0.021% fail on Linkage ball joint dust cover
- 0.021% fail on Shock absorbers (80% better than other 2017 cars)
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0.0070% fail on
Other suspension component
- 0.0070% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
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0.13% fail on
Suspension arms
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0.22% fail on
Noise, emissions and leaks
(60% better than other 2017 cars)
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0.19% fail on
Exhaust emissions
(64% better than other 2017 cars)
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0.11% fail on
Compression ignition
(48% better than other 2017 cars)
- 0.056% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (65% better than other 2017 cars)
- 0.035% fail on On or after 01/01/2014
- 0.014% fail on On or after 01/07/2008
- 0.0070% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Turbo
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0.077% fail on
Spark ignition
(75% better than other 2017 cars)
- 0.077% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (61% better than other 2017 cars)
- 0.0070% fail on Catalyst emissions
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0.11% fail on
Compression ignition
(48% better than other 2017 cars)
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0.028% fail on
Fluid leaks
- 0.028% fail on Engine oil leaks
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0.19% fail on
Exhaust emissions
(64% better than other 2017 cars)
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0.18% fail on
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems
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0.14% fail on
Seat belts
- 0.13% fail on Condition
- 0.0070% fail on Attachment
- 0.028% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp (73% better than other 2017 cars)
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0.0070% fail on
Airbags
- 0.0070% fail on Passengers airbag
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0.14% fail on
Seat belts
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0.18% fail on
Road Wheels
- 0.14% fail on Attachment
- 0.035% fail on Condition
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0.15% fail on
Identification of the vehicle
- 0.15% fail on Registration plates
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0.15% fail on
Body, chassis, structure
(52% better than other 2017 cars)
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0.056% fail on
Engine mounting
(13 times worse than other 2017 cars)
- 0.049% fail on Engine mounting condition (15 times worse than other 2017 cars)
- 0.0070% fail on Bracket
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0.035% fail on
Transmission
(66% better than other 2017 cars)
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0.035% fail on
Drive shafts
- 0.035% fail on Joints
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0.035% fail on
Drive shafts
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0.028% fail on
Body
- 0.028% fail on Other body component
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0.014% fail on
Doors
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0.0070% fail on
Driver's door
- 0.0070% fail on Door condition
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0.0070% fail on
Other passenger's door
- 0.0070% fail on Door condition
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0.0070% fail on
Driver's door
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0.0070% fail on
Integral vehicle structure
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0.0070% fail on
Sub-frame
- 0.0070% fail on Sub-frame condition
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0.0070% fail on
Sub-frame
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0.0070% fail on
Fuel system
- 0.0070% fail on Fuel cap/sealing device
- 0.0070% fail on Bumpers
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0.056% fail on
Engine mounting
(13 times worse than other 2017 cars)
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0.028% fail on
Steering
(81% better than other 2017 cars)
- 0.014% fail on Steering column
- 0.0070% fail on Steering wheel
- 0.0070% fail on Electronic power steering
Read the Honest John Review
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BMW X1 (2015 - 2022)
Practical, spacious and good to drive. Most engines offer strong performance and low running costs. Primarily front wheel drive. Well-equipped as standard.