BMW X1 MOT Results

Registered in 2018
88.5% pass rate
from 15,902 tests in 2021
Pass rate by mileage
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 2018 cars and highlighted areas where the BMW X1 is unusually good or bad.

  • 5.2% fail on Tyres (55% worse than other 2018 cars)
    • 4.4% fail on Condition (110% worse than other 2018 cars)
    • 0.91% fail on Tread depth (34% better than other 2018 cars)
    • 0.013% fail on Size/type
  • 2.5% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment
    • 1.7% fail on Headlamp aim
      • 1.7% fail on Headlamp aim
      • 0.050% fail on Headlamp aim not tested
    • 0.38% fail on Headlamps
      • 0.38% fail on Headlamp
      • 0.0063% fail on Headlamp cleaning device
    • 0.32% fail on Direction indicators (51% worse than other 2018 cars)
      • 0.32% fail on Flashing type (51% worse than other 2018 cars)
        • 0.29% fail on Side repeaters (82% worse than other 2018 cars)
        • 0.031% fail on Individual direction indicators
        • 0.0063% fail on Switch
    • 0.063% fail on Front and rear fog lamps (64% better than other 2018 cars)
      • 0.050% fail on Front fog lamps
        • 0.050% fail on Front fog lamps
      • 0.013% fail on Rear fog lamp (90% better than other 2018 cars)
        • 0.013% fail on Rear fog lamp (90% better than other 2018 cars)
    • 0.031% fail on Electrical equipment
      • 0.013% fail on Trailer electrical socket
      • 0.013% fail on Electrical wiring
      • 0.0063% fail on Horn
    • 0.025% fail on Position lamps
      • 0.025% fail on Position lamp
    • 0.025% fail on Stop lamp (87% better than other 2018 cars)
    • 0.013% fail on Rear reflectors
    • 0.0063% fail on Reversing lamps
      • 0.0063% fail on Reversing lamps
    • 0.0063% fail on Registration plate lamp(s)
  • 2.2% fail on Visibility (30% better than other 2018 cars)
    • 1.2% fail on Wipers (49% better than other 2018 cars)
    • 0.97% fail on Washers
    • 0.082% fail on Condition of glass
      • 0.082% fail on Windscreen
    • 0.031% fail on View to rear
      • 0.031% fail on Mirrors
  • 0.61% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks (45% worse than other 2018 cars)
    • 0.60% fail on Exhaust emissions (47% worse than other 2018 cars)
      • 0.35% fail on Compression ignition (150% worse than other 2018 cars)
        • 0.33% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (170% worse than other 2018 cars)
        • 0.019% fail on On or after 01/01/2014
        • 0.0063% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Turbo
      • 0.25% fail on Spark ignition
        • 0.20% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp
        • 0.038% fail on Catalyst emissions
        • 0.013% fail on Emissions not tested
    • 0.013% fail on Fluid leaks
      • 0.013% fail on Engine oil leaks
  • 0.47% fail on Brakes (66% better than other 2018 cars)
    • 0.33% fail on Mechanical brake components (65% better than other 2018 cars)
      • 0.31% fail on Brake linings and pads (63% better than other 2018 cars)
        • 0.31% fail on Brake pads (63% better than other 2018 cars)
        • 0.0063% fail on Brake linings
      • 0.044% fail on Brake discs and drums (75% better than other 2018 cars)
        • 0.044% fail on Brake discs (75% better than other 2018 cars)
    • 0.088% fail on Brake performance (73% better than other 2018 cars)
      • 0.038% fail on Parking brake efficiency (sp)
        • 0.038% fail on Rbt (sp)
      • 0.031% fail on Service brake performance (82% better than other 2018 cars)
        • 0.031% fail on Rbt (82% better than other 2018 cars)
          • 0.025% fail on Service brake performance (82% better than other 2018 cars)
          • 0.0063% fail on Service brake imbalance
      • 0.019% fail on Parking brake performance
        • 0.019% fail on Rbt
          • 0.013% fail on Parking brake performance
          • 0.0063% fail on Parking (secondary brake performance)
      • 0.013% fail on Brake performance not tested
      • 0.0063% fail on Service Brake Efficiency (sp)
        • 0.0063% fail on Decelerometer (sp)
    • 0.031% fail on ABS / EBS / ESC
      • 0.019% fail on Anti-lock braking system
      • 0.013% fail on Electronic braking system
      • 0.0063% fail on Electronic stability control
    • 0.013% fail on Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders)
      • 0.013% fail on Hydraulic brake callipers
    • 0.0063% fail on Service brake pedal or hand lever
      • 0.0063% fail on Pedal
    • 0.0063% fail on Flexible brake hoses
    • 0.0063% fail on Other components and prescribed areas
      • 0.0063% fail on Other components
  • 0.21% fail on Identification of the vehicle
    • 0.21% fail on Registration plates
    • 0.0063% fail on Vehicle Identification Number
  • 0.18% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (42% better than other 2018 cars)
    • 0.16% fail on Seat belts
      • 0.16% fail on Condition
    • 0.019% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp (87% better than other 2018 cars)
  • 0.15% fail on Suspension (58% better than other 2018 cars)
    • 0.088% fail on Suspension arms
      • 0.031% fail on Pins and bushes
      • 0.025% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.019% fail on Suspension arm
      • 0.013% fail on Ball joint dust cover
    • 0.031% fail on Shock absorbers
    • 0.019% fail on Anti-roll bars (74% better than other 2018 cars)
      • 0.013% fail on Ball joint dust cover
      • 0.0063% fail on Linkage ball joint dust cover
    • 0.013% fail on Wheel bearings
    • 0.0063% fail on Macpherson strut
      • 0.0063% fail on Macpherson strut
  • 0.14% fail on Road Wheels
    • 0.11% fail on Attachment
    • 0.019% fail on Condition
    • 0.0063% fail on Hubs
  • 0.11% fail on Body, chassis, structure (50% better than other 2018 cars)
    • 0.031% fail on Transmission
      • 0.031% fail on Drive shafts
        • 0.025% fail on Joints
        • 0.0063% fail on Drive shaft
    • 0.031% fail on Body
      • 0.025% fail on Other body component
      • 0.0063% fail on Panel
    • 0.013% fail on Engine mounting (5 times worse than other 2018 cars)
      • 0.0063% fail on Engine mounting condition
      • 0.0063% fail on Bracket
    • 0.013% fail on Seats
      • 0.013% fail on Driver's seat
    • 0.0063% fail on Exhaust system
    • 0.0063% fail on Fuel system
      • 0.0063% fail on Fuel cap/sealing device
    • 0.0063% fail on Bumpers
  • 0.0063% fail on Steering
    • 0.0063% fail on Steering gear
      • 0.0063% fail on Steering rack
  • 0.0063% fail on Seat belt installation check
    • 0.0063% fail on Belt(s)/padding
Read the Honest John Review

  • 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.

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