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BL17 XCB

2017 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 2998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

44,361 mi
Last recorded44,361 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 1 Series42,428 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL17 XCB
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 44,361 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 39,272 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 31,969 miles

Nearside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 12 Feb 2024 31,969 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both (0.1 (d))

Nearside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 3 Feb 2023 24,095 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre slightly cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre slightly cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 16,272 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2022 16,272 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2021 14,611 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 12,385 miles
Pass 23 May 2020

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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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BL17 XCB is a 2017 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 2,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BL17 XCB, 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.

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What year was BL17 XCB registered?

BL17 XCB is a 2017 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 31 May 2017.

Is BL17 XCB safe to buy?

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