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BU65 CDV

2015 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

65,116 mi
Last recorded65,116 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 2015 BMW 1 Series48,306 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU65 CDV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2025 65,116 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 59,635 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2024 59,635 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2023 55,848 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2022 47,946 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 39,709 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 37,414 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Sep 2020 37,414 miles

Headlamp aim too low Both front (4.1.2 (a))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 May 2019 25,812 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 22,272 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?

Based on 985,320 MOT tests across 97,716 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
6,872
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
97,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,465
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,886
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,140
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BU65 CDV is a 2015 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2015 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 48,306 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 1 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,465 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU65 CDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 1 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 11 years old, this BMW 1 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU65 CDV?

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What year was BU65 CDV registered?

BU65 CDV is a 2015 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 3 September 2015.

Is BU65 CDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU65 CDV shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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