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BG15 KDV

2015 BMW 118

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

22,217 mi
Last recorded22,217 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2015 BMW 11851,408 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG15 KDV
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2015
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 22,217 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively offside and nearside lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside wearing/cracking outer edges( 3mm) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2025 21,443 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

rear wiper blade torn

Fail 20 May 2025 21,443 miles

Central Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended below cushion (7.1.2 (d))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

rear wiper blade torn

Pass 16 May 2024 20,529 miles
Fail 16 May 2024 20,529 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear mirror glass missing (3.3 (c))

heated mirrors on permenetly

Pass 29 Apr 2023 19,345 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 May 2022 18,600 miles

Front Lower engine tray fitted

Pass 13 May 2021 17,748 miles

Front Lower engine tray fitted

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2020 16,725 miles

Front Lower ENGINE TRAY FITTED

Pass 27 Mar 2019 14,913 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2019 14,913 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 11,978 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 118?

Based on 1,923,256 MOT tests across 197,877 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
6,893
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
197,877
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,763
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14,229
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,699
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,439
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 6,974
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BG15 KDV is a 2015 BMW 118 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2015 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 51,408 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 118 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,763 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG15 KDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 118 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 11 years old, this BMW 118 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG15 KDV registered?

BG15 KDV is a 2015 BMW 118, first registered on 1 April 2015.

Is BG15 KDV safe to buy?

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