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FY65 VGZ

2015 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

60,661 mi
Last recorded60,661 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2015 BMW 12056,516 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY65 VGZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2015
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 60,661 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Jun 2026 60,661 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2025 52,485 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Moderate Corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 15 Jun 2024 41,626 miles

Brake warning light on dash for front pads

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

Fail 15 Jun 2024 41,626 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225 40 18 rft (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake warning light on dash for front pads

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 16 Jun 2023 28,664 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 16,350 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 15,893 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 10,883 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2019 10,332 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 9,390 miles

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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FY65 VGZ is a 2015 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FY65 VGZ, 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 FY65 VGZ registered?

FY65 VGZ is a 2015 BMW 120, first registered on 24 November 2015.

Is FY65 VGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY65 VGZ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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