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A2 VUX

2015 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

73,014 mi
Last recorded73,014 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2015 BMW 3 Series64,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA2 VUX
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 73,014 miles

Front Upper Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement brake reaction arm hydraulic bush weeping fluid (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement brake reaction arm hydraulic bush weeping fluid (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2025 73,014 miles

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

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

Front Upper Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement brake reaction arm hydraulic bush weeping fluid (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement brake reaction arm hydraulic bush weeping fluid (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 70,305 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 64,508 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2022 54,230 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2022 54,229 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 54,224 miles

Offside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 49,906 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2020 45,156 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 36,740 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2018 30,738 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 30,707 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 14,964 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2017 14,964 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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A2 VUX is a 2015 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2015 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 64,004 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 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A2 VUX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 11 years old, this BMW 3 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A2 VUX?

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What year was A2 VUX registered?

A2 VUX is a 2015 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 27 March 2015.

Is A2 VUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A2 VUX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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