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R27 GAW

2020 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

57,635 mi
Last recorded57,635 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2020 BMW 1 Series29,126 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR27 GAW
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2020
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 57,635 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 20 Feb 2025 48,762 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2025 48,738 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))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Feb 2024 37,214 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2023 25,713 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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R27 GAW is a 2020 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2020 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.8% with a typical mileage of 29,126 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 R27 GAW, 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 6 years old, this BMW 1 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R27 GAW?

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What year was R27 GAW registered?

R27 GAW is a 2020 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 1 February 2020.

Is R27 GAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R27 GAW shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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