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WM65 XAU

2016 BMW 1 Series

White Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,492 mi
Last recorded63,492 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 1 Series43,833 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM65 XAU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 8 Dec 2025 63,492 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Dec 2024 59,487 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2023 53,741 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 47,760 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Jan 2022 41,795 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 40,070 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 25,220 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

engine cover fitted unable to test testable items

under tray fitted unable to test testable items

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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WM65 XAU is a 2016 BMW 1 Series in White with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WM65 XAU, 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

How do I check the history of WM65 XAU?

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What year was WM65 XAU registered?

WM65 XAU is a 2016 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 9 January 2016.

Is WM65 XAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM65 XAU shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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