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PN15 XWJ

2015 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

100,634 mi
Last recorded100,634 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2015 BMW 3 Series64,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN15 XWJ
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 100,634 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Mar 2026 100,631 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn brake reaction arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn brake reaction arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2025 96,106 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output advise attention (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output advise attention (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 15 Mar 2024 89,700 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 85,417 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 79,958 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 72,268 miles

Front brake pads low

Rear brake pads low

Pass 19 Mar 2020 70,104 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

brake fluid change due warning on dash board

Pass 15 Mar 2019 57,059 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 51,660 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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PN15 XWJ is a 2015 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2015 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 64,004 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PN15 XWJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 11 years old, this BMW 3 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PN15 XWJ?

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What year was PN15 XWJ registered?

PN15 XWJ is a 2015 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 20 March 2015.

Is PN15 XWJ safe to buy?

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