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YG15 UPN

2015 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

95,117 mi
Last recorded95,117 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2015 BMW 12056,516 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG15 UPN
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2015
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 95,117 miles

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

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

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

Fail 26 Feb 2026 95,117 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

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

Offside 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 27 Feb 2025 92,241 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 86,757 miles

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

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

Under Trays Fitted

Pass 8 Mar 2023 82,677 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Under Trays Fitted

Fail 8 Mar 2023 82,677 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Under Trays Fitted

Pass 4 Mar 2022 68,270 miles

Under Trays Fitted

Pass 12 Mar 2021 56,916 miles

Under Trays Fitted

Fail 12 Mar 2021 56,916 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Under Trays Fitted

Pass 24 Feb 2020 54,384 miles

Vehicle fitted with plastic engine covers & under-trays

Pass 8 Mar 2019 38,666 miles

Engine Covers Fitted

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

Under Trays Fitted

Fail 8 Mar 2019 38,664 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Engine Covers Fitted

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Under Trays Fitted

Pass 2 Mar 2018 20,989 miles

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

Vehicle fitted with plastic engine covers and under-trays

Fail 2 Mar 2018 20,989 miles

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Vehicle fitted with plastic engine covers and under-trays

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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YG15 UPN is a 2015 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YG15 UPN, 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 YG15 UPN registered?

YG15 UPN is a 2015 BMW 120, first registered on 13 March 2015.

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