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KE15 EAR

2015 BMW 1 Series

White Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

71,904 mi
Last recorded71,904 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2015 BMW 1 Series48,306 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE15 EAR
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2015
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 71,904 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2026 71,903 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Phone holder placed N/S/F seat

Pass 4 Aug 2025 60,634 miles

Nearside front brake wear indicator wire was insecure have resecured but advise inspection

Pass 31 Jul 2024 51,127 miles

Front brakes are worn

Pass 4 Aug 2023 44,168 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 38,722 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2021 34,766 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 29,308 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 20,061 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 17,682 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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KE15 EAR is a 2015 BMW 1 Series in White with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 KE15 EAR, 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 KE15 EAR?

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What year was KE15 EAR registered?

KE15 EAR is a 2015 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 19 December 2015.

Is KE15 EAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE15 EAR shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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