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SH65 EMV

2015 BMW 120

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,055 mi
Last recorded49,055 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2015 BMW 12056,516 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH65 EMV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2015
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2026 49,055 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2025 45,190 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2025 44,742 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 39,434 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2023 33,981 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2021 26,678 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 19,795 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2019 13,576 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 10,959 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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SH65 EMV is a 2015 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol 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 SH65 EMV, 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 SH65 EMV?

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What year was SH65 EMV registered?

SH65 EMV is a 2015 BMW 120, first registered on 30 September 2015.

Is SH65 EMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH65 EMV 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 SH65 EMV have outstanding finance?

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