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AXZ 556

2016 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 2998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,515 mi
Last recorded56,515 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 1 Series43,833 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAXZ 556
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 14 Oct 2025 56,515 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 47,170 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 36,871 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 31,484 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 30,772 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 30,072 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 29,665 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 27,363 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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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AXZ 556 is a 2016 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 2,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 43,833 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AXZ 556, 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 10 years old, this BMW 1 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AXZ 556?

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What year was AXZ 556 registered?

AXZ 556 is a 2016 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 3 September 2016.

Is AXZ 556 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AXZ 556 shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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