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A8 XMB

2017 BMW X1

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

66,185 mi
Last recorded66,185 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW X143,429 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 XMB
MakeBMW
ModelX1
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 66,185 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2025 58,970 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2025 58,970 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jan 2024 51,147 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jan 2023 43,100 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 38,589 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 22,825 miles

both rear tyres low on tread

Pass 23 Jan 2020 5,524 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted to vehicle at time of test

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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A8 XMB is a 2017 BMW X1 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 BMW X1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 43,429 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 A8 XMB, 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 9 years old, this BMW X1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A8 XMB registered?

A8 XMB is a 2017 BMW X1, first registered on 23 December 2017.

Is A8 XMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 XMB 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.

Does A8 XMB have outstanding finance?

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