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J44 VBD

2015 BMW 1 Series

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,416 mi
Last recorded31,416 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2015 BMW 1 Series48,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ44 VBD
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2015
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 29 Nov 2025 31,416 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2024 30,732 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2023 29,804 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 28,881 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 27,550 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 26,578 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 22,318 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 18,302 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 18,302 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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J44 VBD is a 2015 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 J44 VBD, 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 J44 VBD registered?

J44 VBD is a 2015 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 24 June 2015.

Is J44 VBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for J44 VBD shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J44 VBD have outstanding finance?

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