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YO15 GRU

2015 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

130,274 mi
Last recorded130,274 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2015 BMW 11851,408 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYO15 GRU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2015
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 130,274 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 112,615 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2024 112,615 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 100,679 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords BOTH SIDE WALL (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2022 98,116 miles

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords SIDE WALL (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2021 93,623 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 82,012 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 74,706 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 66,180 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2018 66,180 miles

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

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

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 56,226 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 56,180 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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YO15 GRU is a 2015 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YO15 GRU, 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 YO15 GRU registered?

YO15 GRU is a 2015 BMW 118, first registered on 17 July 2015.

Is YO15 GRU safe to buy?

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