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VU65 YBH

2015 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

140,313 mi
Last recorded140,313 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2015 BMW 1 Series48,306 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU65 YBH
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2015
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 140,313 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2024 127,115 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 109,555 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 90,529 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 69,419 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 53,248 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 43,066 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2019 42,969 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (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 23 Aug 2018 27,094 miles

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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VU65 YBH is a 2015 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2015 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 48,306 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

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 VU65 YBH, 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 VU65 YBH?

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What year was VU65 YBH registered?

VU65 YBH is a 2015 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 12 September 2015.

Is VU65 YBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU65 YBH shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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