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YB65 JFA

2015 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

112,762 mi
Last recorded112,762 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2015 BMW 12056,516 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB65 JFA
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 112,762 miles

brake pad warning light on dash

Fail 6 Jun 2026 112,666 miles

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

brake pad warning light on dash

Pass 12 Jun 2025 101,259 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2024 97,821 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing dust cover detached (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 89,129 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing dust cover detached (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 80,927 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Dust cover detached (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 69,966 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 64,569 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2019 56,009 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Nov 2018 41,682 miles

engine oil level low

under trays fitted

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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YB65 JFA is a 2015 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YB65 JFA, 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

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What year was YB65 JFA registered?

YB65 JFA is a 2015 BMW 120, first registered on 23 November 2015.

Is YB65 JFA safe to buy?

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