2019 BMW X1 petrol: common problems and MOT failures

Common 2019 BMW X1 petrol MOT failures and advisories

The share of 2019 BMW X1 petrol MOT tests where testers flagged each area, as a fail or an advisory. Rough prices are typical independent-garage costs.

• Tyres
  27% of testsRough price £70–£150

  At the viewing: Check the tread on all four tyres, including the inside edges, and look for cracks or bulges.

• Brakes
  9% of testsRough price £150–£350

  At the viewing: Look for a lip on the disc edges and feel for judder or pulling when braking firmly from about 40mph.

• Lights and electrics
  4% of testsRough price £10–£80

  At the viewing: Ask a friend to check every light, including brake lights and indicators, while you operate them.

• Wipers, windscreen and mirrors
  4% of testsRough price £15–£250

  At the viewing: Check for chips in the driver's view, and test the wipers and washers.

• Seats and seatbelts
  4% of testsRough price £80–£250

  At the viewing: Pull each seatbelt sharply. It should lock, and retract cleanly.

• Suspension
  3% of testsRough price £120–£400

  At the viewing: Listen for knocks over speed bumps, and look behind each front wheel for a snapped coil spring.

Known faults on the 2019 BMW X1 petrol

Reported by owners, mechanics and buying guides for this model and age. Check which engine the car has, as some apply to one engine only.

• Airbag, steering and front axle recalls

  All engines

  There were recalls for faulty airbags (including cars built Sept to Dec 2016), a front axle fault, faulty steering assemblies, crankshaft sensors and rear light fixings.

  At the viewing: Ask a BMW dealer to confirm every recall has been done.

  Source: Auto Express: used BMW X1 (Mk2, 2015-2022) buyer’s guide

Questions to ask the seller before buying a 2019 BMW X1 petrol

Ask before you travel to see it. A seller who knows the car will have answers, and receipts.

1. Can I see the service history and receipts for any big jobs?