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A16 RFU

2015 BMW X1

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

115,095 mi
Last recorded115,095 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2015 BMW X151,882 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 RFU
MakeBMW
ModelX1
Year2015
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 115,095 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Mar 2026 114,377 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. or maybe fluid needed (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Apr 2025 100,662 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 85,352 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2024 85,352 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2023 73,108 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 61,752 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 53,855 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 48,120 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 40,098 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 34,035 miles

How Reliable is the BMW X1?

Based on 930,947 MOT tests across 114,866 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
6,836
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
114,866
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,863
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,459
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A16 RFU is a 2015 BMW X1 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2015 BMW X1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 51,882 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW X1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,863 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A16 RFU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X1 typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 11 years old, this BMW X1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A16 RFU registered?

A16 RFU is a 2015 BMW X1, first registered on 19 May 2015.

Is A16 RFU safe to buy?

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