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A23 PAU

2016 BMW X1

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

69,949 mi
Last recorded69,949 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW X147,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA23 PAU
MakeBMW
ModelX1
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 69,949 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2025 66,459 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 56,375 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 46,535 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 39,776 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 37,745 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 33,139 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 Jan 2020 27,855 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2020 27,855 miles

Central Front Engine mounting excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii))

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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A23 PAU is a 2016 BMW X1 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2016 BMW X1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 47,484 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 A23 PAU, 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 10 years old, this BMW X1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A23 PAU?

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What year was A23 PAU registered?

A23 PAU is a 2016 BMW X1, first registered on 25 October 2016.

Is A23 PAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A23 PAU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A23 PAU have outstanding finance?

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