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SW15 BWY

2015 BMW 420

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

147,927 mi
Last recorded147,927 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2015 BMW 42059,194 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW15 BWY
MakeBMW
Model420
Year2015
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 147,927 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2024 125,825 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2024 125,824 miles

Nearside Front Brake locking device missing brake calliper retaining clip missing. (1.1.21 (f))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Dec 2023 93,844 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 90,338 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2023 90,338 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 75,270 miles

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of components

Pass 10 Aug 2021 61,864 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2021 61,864 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front 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 30 Mar 2021 57,608 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2020 52,243 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 30,894 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

How Reliable is the BMW 420?

Based on 520,588 MOT tests across 70,570 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
7,417
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
70,570
On UK Roads
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SW15 BWY is a 2015 BMW 420 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2015 BMW 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 59,194 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The BMW 420 typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 11 years old, this BMW 420 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SW15 BWY registered?

SW15 BWY is a 2015 BMW 420, first registered on 11 May 2015.

Is SW15 BWY safe to buy?

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