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M31 DRS

2015 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

128,734 mi
Last recorded128,734 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2015 BMW 12056,516 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM31 DRS
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 128,734 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 113,352 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 99,745 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2023 84,978 miles

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

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 29 Mar 2022 69,482 miles

Emissions were tested and met but dsm could not read the reading

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

Pass 24 Mar 2021 57,168 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 47,951 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2020 47,902 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 37,915 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2018 35,598 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Undertrays fitted

Fail 2 Mar 2018 35,597 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Undertrays fitted

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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M31 DRS is a 2015 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 M31 DRS, 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 M31 DRS registered?

M31 DRS is a 2015 BMW 120, first registered on 31 March 2015.

Is M31 DRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M31 DRS shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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