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KO15 YLB

2015 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

67,285 mi
Last recorded67,285 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2015 BMW 12056,516 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKO15 YLB
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2015
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 67,285 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2025 67,276 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Fail 24 Jul 2025 67,226 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 61,929 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2024 61,929 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 58,585 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2023 58,585 miles

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Aug 2022 54,287 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 49,288 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 43,992 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2019 37,135 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 28,533 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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KO15 YLB is a 2015 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 KO15 YLB, 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.

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What year was KO15 YLB registered?

KO15 YLB is a 2015 BMW 120, first registered on 30 June 2015.

Is KO15 YLB safe to buy?

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