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BL65 XSW

2016 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

88,865 mi
Last recorded88,865 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 1 Series43,833 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL65 XSW
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 88,865 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2025 81,295 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2025 81,293 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn O/S and N/S (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2024 73,776 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S and N/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2023 67,528 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 58,946 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2021 50,295 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2020 44,814 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 39,643 miles

Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH SIDES FRONT (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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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BL65 XSW is a 2016 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 BL65 XSW, 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.

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What year was BL65 XSW registered?

BL65 XSW is a 2016 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 8 January 2016.

Is BL65 XSW safe to buy?

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