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A3 KXL

2016 BMW X1

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

116,440 mi
Last recorded116,440 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW X147,484 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2026 116,440 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 109,861 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 97,075 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 82,394 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 Mar 2023 82,392 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 68,082 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2022 68,082 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 53,989 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 225-45-19 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 45,319 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front tyre wearing edges

sill trims fitted making thorough inspection of sill condition impossible

undertrays fitted making thorough inspection of some testable items impossible

Fail 20 Mar 2020 45,316 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front tyre wearing edges

sill trims fitted making thorough inspection of sill condition impossible

undertrays fitted making thorough inspection of some testable items impossible

Pass 26 Mar 2019 40,289 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

plastic covers prevents full inspection of various components .

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 KXL is a 2016 BMW X1 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 KXL, 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.

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What year was A3 KXL registered?

A3 KXL is a 2016 BMW X1, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is A3 KXL safe to buy?

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