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RA65 VML

2016 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

76,795 mi
Last recorded76,795 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 1 Series43,833 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA65 VML
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 76,795 miles

Nearside rear handbrake low on effort

Fail 25 Mar 2026 76,728 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside rear handbrake low on effort

Pass 14 Mar 2025 70,200 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

nearside rear handbrake low on effort

Pass 14 Mar 2024 62,727 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 57,756 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2022 53,370 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 48,889 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Jan 2020 38,924 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 31,549 miles

Engine cover fitted

Under trays fitted too under side of vehicle

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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RA65 VML is a 2016 BMW 1 Series in Grey 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 RA65 VML, 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 RA65 VML registered?

RA65 VML is a 2016 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 14 January 2016.

Is RA65 VML safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA65 VML 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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