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YF15 MTZ

2015 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

217,617 mi
Last recorded217,617 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 2015 BMW 11851,408 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF15 MTZ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2015
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025 217,617 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

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

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2023 171,810 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Also Reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 24 Nov 2023 171,810 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Also Reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 16 Dec 2022 132,804 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2022 92,539 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 77,641 miles

Nearside Front Wing is damaged but does not foul any moving parts

Fail 29 Jan 2021 77,641 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Wing is damaged but does not foul any moving parts

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

Offside Front Tyre very badly cracked and perished on outer side wall

Pass 1 Jul 2019 64,629 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 55,832 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 118?

Based on 1,923,256 MOT tests across 197,877 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
6,893
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
197,877
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,763
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14,229
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,699
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,439
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 6,974
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YF15 MTZ is a 2015 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2015 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 51,408 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 118 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,763 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YF15 MTZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 118 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 11 years old, this BMW 118 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YF15 MTZ registered?

YF15 MTZ is a 2015 BMW 118, first registered on 8 June 2015.

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