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AU16 WLX

2016 BMW X1

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

144,695 mi
Last recorded144,695 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW X147,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU16 WLX
MakeBMW
ModelX1
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 144,695 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2025 132,355 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 119,443 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2024 119,443 miles

Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Apr 2023 105,890 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 80,615 miles

Lower under trays fitted covering some components for inspection

Pass 26 Jun 2020 52,733 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 46,376 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 43,508 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))

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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AU16 WLX is a 2016 BMW X1 in Grey 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 AU16 WLX, 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

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What year was AU16 WLX registered?

AU16 WLX is a 2016 BMW X1, first registered on 2 March 2016.

Is AU16 WLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU16 WLX 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.

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