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AXZ 6972

2010 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

79,182 mi
Last recorded79,182 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 1 Series74,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAXZ 6972
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 79,182 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both, outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))

Fail 13 Mar 2026 79,181 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both, outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 72,661 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread FRont and rear (0.1 (b))

Fail 2 Apr 2025 72,661 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))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread FRont and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Apr 2024 61,737 miles

TPMS indicates deflated tyre(s)

Pass 17 May 2023 55,137 miles

undertray fitted

Pass 7 Jun 2022 41,676 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2021 36,398 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 34,742 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 32,550 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2019 32,550 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 30,591 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 29,018 miles

All tyres worn on edges

Pass 18 Oct 2016 26,881 miles

nearside front tyre wearing down on outer edge

rear brake pads wearing down

Pass 21 Oct 2015 23,953 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 21,471 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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AXZ 6972 is a 2010 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2010 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 74,132 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 6972, 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 16 years old, this BMW 1 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AXZ 6972 registered?

AXZ 6972 is a 2010 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 1 November 2010.

Is AXZ 6972 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AXZ 6972 shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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