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BW16 VFV

2016 BMW X1

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

131,194 mi
Last recorded131,194 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW X147,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW16 VFV
MakeBMW
ModelX1
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2026 131,194 miles

front shock absorber dust covers split

Fail 8 Jul 2026 131,151 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and starting to get low (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

front shock absorber dust covers split

Pass 6 Aug 2025 126,494 miles

Front Front Shock absorbers dust boots deteriorated: both ns and os

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 119,590 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both ns and os partly lippred (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin ns and OS. OS INNER PAD APPEARS ON OR VERY NEAR LIMIT (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Shock absorbers dust boots deteriorated

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder, air freshners etc

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin NS and OS. inner pads getting CLOSE to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 108,809 miles

Front shock absorber dust boots deteriorated / split: both ns and os

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both ns and os 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

undercarriage trays / sill guards / splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring / limiting access to some areas and or items

Pass 13 Jul 2022 91,444 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 75,452 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 62,381 miles

front tyres low on tread.

Pass 5 Jul 2019 44,930 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front 2mm - 225/50R18 (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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BW16 VFV is a 2016 BMW X1 in Black 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 BW16 VFV, 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 BW16 VFV registered?

BW16 VFV is a 2016 BMW X1, first registered on 7 July 2016.

Is BW16 VFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW16 VFV 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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