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GV65 HWG

2015 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

86,542 mi
Last recorded86,542 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2015 BMW 1 Series48,306 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV65 HWG
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 86,542 miles

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

Fail 29 Oct 2025 86,522 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Hazard warning lamps inoperative MIRROR (4.4.1 (e))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Jan 2025 78,526 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2024 73,807 miles

Offside Front steering tie rod arm play

Pass 6 Oct 2022 67,287 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 50,008 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

Fail 31 Aug 2021 50,008 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

Pass 3 Sep 2020 42,820 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres close (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2019 34,041 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 23,568 miles

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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GV65 HWG 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 GV65 HWG, 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

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What year was GV65 HWG registered?

GV65 HWG is a 2015 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 24 December 2015.

Is GV65 HWG safe to buy?

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