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A8 XNJ

2017 BMW 1 Series

Red Petrol 2891cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

102,347 mi
Last recorded102,347 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2017 BMW 1 Series42,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 XNJ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,891cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 102,347 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2025 103,130 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 99,875 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 102,415 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2024 99,797 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front fuel pipes slightly loose

Pass 29 Dec 2023 90,993 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 101,066 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 79,819 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 96,405 miles

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

Not all testable items could be inspected due to the underbody trays and or engine covers fitted

Pass 16 Dec 2021 54,508 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 84,383 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 51,371 miles

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

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

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

Fail 10 Mar 2021 51,371 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2020 49,207 miles

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

Pass 27 Dec 2019 70,478 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?

Based on 985,320 MOT tests across 97,716 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
6,872
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
97,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,465
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,886
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,140
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A8 XNJ is a 2017 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 2,891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2017 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 42,428 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 1 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,465 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A8 XNJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 1 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 9 years old, this BMW 1 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A8 XNJ registered?

A8 XNJ is a 2017 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 June 2017.

Is A8 XNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 XNJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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