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PDG 78

2015 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,335 mi
Last recorded23,335 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2015 BMW 12056,516 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPDG 78
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2015
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 24 Sep 2025 23,335 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 14,820 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 14,294 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 13,822 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 13,027 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 11,957 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 11,296 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 9,556 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 7,862 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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PDG 78 is a 2015 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 PDG 78, 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

How do I check the history of PDG 78?

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What year was PDG 78 registered?

PDG 78 is a 2015 BMW 120, first registered on 1 March 2015.

Is PDG 78 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PDG 78 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 PDG 78 have outstanding finance?

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