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GU15 ZBZ

2015 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

128,325 mi
Last recorded128,325 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2015 BMW 12056,516 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU15 ZBZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2015
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 128,325 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm, front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm, front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Dec 2025 128,325 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm, front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm, front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2025 118,734 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2025 118,734 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Pass 4 Jan 2024 107,395 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 91,196 miles

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

Fail 3 Jan 2023 91,138 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Jan 2022 76,592 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 62,669 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 56,180 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2019 37,156 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 28,032 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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GU15 ZBZ is a 2015 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GU15 ZBZ, 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 GU15 ZBZ registered?

GU15 ZBZ is a 2015 BMW 120, first registered on 31 March 2015.

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