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A3 BYB

2016 BMW X1

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

50,823 mi
Last recorded50,823 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW X147,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 BYB
MakeBMW
ModelX1
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 50,823 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2024 44,304 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 37,102 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 29,445 miles

Undertrays fitted

Fail 23 Nov 2022 29,445 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 15 Nov 2021 22,373 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 25 Nov 2020 17,554 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 21 Nov 2019 14,663 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Undertrays fitted.

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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A3 BYB is a 2016 BMW X1 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 A3 BYB, 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 A3 BYB?

You can check the full history of A3 BYB by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was A3 BYB registered?

A3 BYB is a 2016 BMW X1, first registered on 29 November 2016.

Is A3 BYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 BYB shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A3 BYB have outstanding finance?

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