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AP65 SOA

2016 BMW X1

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

86,286 mi
Last recorded86,286 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW X147,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP65 SOA
MakeBMW
ModelX1
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 86,286 miles

Central Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/ 50/18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2026 86,286 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/ 50/18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2025 79,729 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2025 79,729 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2024 73,402 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 68,060 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 66,727 miles

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 11 Apr 2022 56,664 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2022 56,664 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2021 46,633 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 35,648 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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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AP65 SOA is a 2016 BMW X1 in Black 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 AP65 SOA, 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 AP65 SOA registered?

AP65 SOA is a 2016 BMW X1, first registered on 27 February 2016.

Is AP65 SOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP65 SOA shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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