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VNZ 1836

2015 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

78,999 mi
Last recorded78,999 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2015 BMW 1 Series48,306 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVNZ 1836
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 78,999 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2024 75,687 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2023 70,111 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 64,071 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 60,600 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 58,664 miles

sill trims fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 25 Nov 2020 58,664 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

sill trims fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 7 Jun 2018 33,099 miles

sill trims fitted

under trays fitted

How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?

Based on 985,320 MOT tests across 97,716 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
6,872
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
97,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,465
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,886
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,140
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VNZ 1836 is a 2015 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2015 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 48,306 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 1 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,465 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VNZ 1836, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 1 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 11 years old, this BMW 1 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VNZ 1836?

You can check the full history of VNZ 1836 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VNZ 1836 registered?

VNZ 1836 is a 2015 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 April 2015.

Is VNZ 1836 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VNZ 1836 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VNZ 1836 have outstanding finance?

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