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PX16 WVL

2016 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2024
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

87,960 mi
Last recorded87,960 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2023
Typical for 2016 BMW 1 Series43,833 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX16 WVL
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2023 87,960 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 69,921 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 61,648 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 56,729 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 51,063 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 45,977 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Mar 2019 45,977 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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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PX16 WVL is a 2016 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 PX16 WVL, 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

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What year was PX16 WVL registered?

PX16 WVL is a 2016 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 29 March 2016.

Is PX16 WVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for PX16 WVL shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PX16 WVL have outstanding finance?

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