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SAM 51X

2018 BMW X1

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

69,486 mi
Last recorded69,486 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2018 BMW X136,098 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAM 51X
MakeBMW
ModelX1
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 69,486 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2026 69,451 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2025 59,025 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 46,615 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view TOP OF SCREEN NEAR MIRROR (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2023 34,179 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 22,160 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 21,639 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 15,204 miles

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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SAM 51X is a 2018 BMW X1 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2018 BMW X1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 36,098 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 X1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,863 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SAM 51X, 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 8 years old, this BMW X1 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SAM 51X?

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What year was SAM 51X registered?

SAM 51X is a 2018 BMW X1, first registered on 11 January 2018.

Is SAM 51X safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAM 51X shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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