BMW X1 (2019)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 25,371 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,853

£154/month

MOT Pass Rate

93%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 12-25

1499cc Petrol

Great Choice

93% pass rate, £1,853/year to run. 11 points above average.

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Petrol1499cc7 years old25,371 tests37k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1499cc)

~42 mpg

£1,398

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,853

Per month£154/mo

Per week£36/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

93% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 11 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the BMW brand average of 88%.

93% of MOT tests on BMW X1s from 2019 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 5 years old. That's based on 25,371 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 36,772 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2019 models368th of 1,380(top half)

Rank among BMW models321st of 1,548(top 21%)

vs average of all models+11%(82% avg)

vs 2019 models average+3%(90% avg)

vs BMW average+5%(88% avg)

Mileage Analysis

36,772

Average miles

37,000

Expected for age

The average 2019 BMW X1 had 36,772 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is in line with the expected 37,000 miles for a 5-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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BMW X1 by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2022	94%	848	21,338 mi
2021	93%	11,979	24,155 mi
2020	93%	13,908	30,064 mi
2019	93%	25,371	36,772 mi
2018	91%	27,077	46,309 mi
2017	91%	25,593	58,173 mi
2016	90%	22,978	65,476 mi
2015	87%	8,814	73,240 mi
2014	83%	15,131	82,597 mi
2013	83%	15,032	86,916 mi
2012	82%	11,339	97,547 mi
2011	81%	12,207	105,382 mi
2010	81%	9,233	112,064 mi
2009	81%	877	117,777 mi

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About the 2019 BMW X1

The 2019 BMW X1 is a premium car. Our records list a 1499cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 25,371 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested models on UK roads. Among all models from 2019, the average MOT pass rate is 90%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 36,772 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, BMW X1 owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2019 BMW X1 Fuel Costs

The 1499cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,398 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2019 BMW X1?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,853 (£154/month), broken down as £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 93% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

BMW X1 Reliability Trend

Newer BMW X1s pass their MOT more often than older ones, by 9 percentage points on average, which is mostly down to age and wear.

Buying a Used 2019 BMW X1

At 7 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. With 25,371 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Suspension Wear

Medium risk

Shock absorbers, springs, and anti-roll bar links typically need attention around this age. Listen for clunks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2019 BMW X1 stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
BMW X1(2019)	93%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853
Ford Focus(2017)	89%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£2,003+£150
Nissan Qashqai(2017)	86%	£1,175	£200	Grp 5-15	£1,780-£73
Vauxhall Corsa(2017)	82%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,003+£150
Volkswagen Golf(2019)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853same

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2019 BMW X1

Is the 2019 BMW X1 reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 93% of MOT tests on 2019 BMW X1s ended in a pass, from 25,371 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 11 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2019 BMW X1 cost to run?

Our estimate is £1,853 a year (£154 a month): £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £200 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2019 BMW X1?

93% of 25,371 MOT tests on the 2019 BMW X1 ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 368th of 1,380 models first registered in 2019 (top half).

Which year BMW X1 has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2019 BMW X1 has the highest MOT pass rate at 93% and the 2009 the lowest at 81%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2019 BMW X1?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2019 BMW X1 is 36,772 miles, which is in line with the expected 37,000 miles for a 5-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.