2016 BMW X1 2.0L Petrol · R24 SBB
2016 BMW X1 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 15 Aug 2016. Recorded mileage 43,691 miles. MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW X1
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 43,691 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
R24 SBB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/01/2026
- 43,691 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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R24 SBB Mileage History
- 20/01/202327,583 mi
- 20/01/202433,255 mi+5,672 mi
- 23/01/202538,592 mi+5,337 mi
- 23/01/202538,592 mi
- 09/01/202643,691 mi+5,099 mi
Average of roughly 5,422 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
R24 SBB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 BMW X1 (R24 SBB) between January 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 09 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
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Focus on verifying the service history to ensure oil and filter changes were performed regularly despite the low annual mileage. While the MOT record is clean, you should check for any evidence of timing chain or cooling system maintenance, which are typical areas of focus for BMW engines of this era.
Negotiate based on the current state of consumables. Although the MOT history doesn't list tyre defects, these are a common failure point for the X1 model. Check the tread depth and brand of tyres to see if they match the premium nature of the vehicle.
The 1998cc petrol engine offers a refined drive but will incur higher fuel costs and potentially higher road tax than the diesel variants of the X1. Insurance will be reflective of a premium compact SUV, typically falling into a mid-range group.
Annual maintenance for a BMW usually requires a budget for premium parts and specialised labour. Given the age of the vehicle, budget for the occasional replacement of wear-and-tear items to keep it in line with the model's performance standards.
Inspect the headlamps to ensure the 2025 failure regarding the nearside front headlamp aim was correctly rectified. While this specific car has not failed on these items, aggregate data for over 110,000 X1s shows that tyres and coil springs are top failure reasons; therefore, a close inspection of the suspension and tyre sidewalls is essential.
Check the dashboard for any illumination issues. 'Engine mil inoperative' is a known common failure for this model, so ensure all warning lights perform a correct sequence upon ignition.
This 2016 black BMW X1 petrol model has recorded 43,691 miles as of its last MOT in January 2026. The MOT history shows a consistent pattern of passes, with the only failure being a simple headlamp aim adjustment in 2025. Compared to the model average, this specific vehicle has covered significantly fewer miles than typical X1s of this age.
The BMW X1 maintains a respectable average MOT pass rate of 87.4% based on aggregate data from 110,356 vehicles.
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