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B4 WLV

2015 BMW 120

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

65,376 mi
Last recorded65,376 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 2015 BMW 12056,516 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB4 WLV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2015
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 65,376 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front wish bone bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front wish bone bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Undertray/covers fitted

Pass 9 Jul 2024 53,408 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 42,180 miles

Under tray fitted obstructing under side components inspection.

Fail 19 Jul 2023 42,178 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Under tray fitted obstructing under side components inspection.

Pass 1 Aug 2022 35,830 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2022 35,826 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 34,039 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 26,940 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 9 Sep 2019 19,129 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 15,375 miles

Nearside Front windscreen vin covered

Fail 5 Sep 2018 15,375 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front windscreen vin covered

How Reliable is the BMW 120?

Based on 872,714 MOT tests across 63,112 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
6,996
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
63,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,169
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8,562
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6,681
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,273
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 5,042
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B4 WLV is a 2015 BMW 120 in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2015 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 56,516 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 120 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22,169 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B4 WLV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 120 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 11 years old, this BMW 120 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B4 WLV registered?

B4 WLV is a 2015 BMW 120, first registered on 8 September 2015.

Is B4 WLV safe to buy?

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