2021 BMW X2 1.5L Petrol · YA10 NWA

The most recent MOT on 22 May 2026 was a PASS, but it highlighted two safety‑critical items: the rear brake pads are wearing thin and are close to the wear sensor, and both rear tyres show early cracking on the sidewalls. Those are the only new defects recorded this year. A clear pattern emerges across the four MOTs: every inspection since 2024 has flagged tyre sidewall cracking on at least one wheel, and the 2025‑2026 period adds the rear brake‑pad wear. The child‑seat obstruction appears repeatedly but does not affect the pass/fail outcome; it merely limits belt inspection. The tyre cracking has persisted rather than resolved, indicating a worsening trend in tyre health. The brake‑pad wear is a fresh concern, suggesting that the braking system is now reaching the end of its service life. Mileage is very low for a 2021 model – about 14,800 mi after roughly five years, or under 3,000 mi per year. Such low use can mean the car has been driven gently, which is favourable for engine and drivetrain wear. However, prolonged periods of inactivity can also accelerate tyre ageing and cause surface cracking, which aligns with the repeated tyre observations. Therefore the mileage figure does not definitively prove low wear; it merely points to light usage or long storage periods.