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2015 BMW 118 1.6L Petrol · CY15 DYC

CY15 DYC

2015 BMW 118 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 26 Jun 2015. Recorded mileage 86,336 miles. MOT valid until 21 May 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
BMW 118
Year / Origin
2015 · Bangor
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 21 May 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
86,336 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status
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Valid until 21 May 2027
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2015
Engine
1598cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle’s most recent MOT on 2025-03-08 at 78,990 miles showed no defects, indicating a stable roadworthiness status. Previous tests from 2024-03-09 (67,529 miles) and 2023-03-09 (56,495 miles) also passed without issues, suggesting consistent maintenance. However, a failed test on the same date and mileage as a prior pass in 2023 raises questions about data accuracy. No recurring mechanical or structural faults were recorded in the valid entries, implying no critical deterioration in the tested components. The mileage progression aligns with typical usage for a 11-year-old vehicle, averaging 7,181 miles annually. Tests were conducted at regular intervals, with no significant gaps between inspections. The 2022-02-21 test at 46,296 miles marked the earliest recorded data, followed by steady increases to 56,495 miles by 2023. This pattern suggests consistent operation without prolonged inactivity, reducing risks of corrosion or component degradation from standing. A buyer should verify the vehicle’s suspension bushes, brake discs, and exhaust emissions during an in-person inspection, as these components often show wear in older models. The 2023 failed test, though unexplained, warrants scrutiny for potential unresolved issues. No structural rust or major mechanical faults were flagged in valid records, but the lack of detailed defect descriptions limits definitive conclusions. Regular servicing history and the absence of advisories in recent tests support the car’s reliability, though further checks are advised to confirm the integrity of critical systems.

CY15 DYC Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 23/05/2026
  • 86,336 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
73
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
✗ Outstanding recall notice
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ULEZ Compliant
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CY15 DYC Mileage History

  1. 09/03/202356,495 mi
  2. 09/03/202356,495 mi
  3. 09/03/202467,529 mi+11,034 mi
  4. 08/03/202578,990 mi+11,461 mi
  5. 23/05/202686,336 mi+7,346 mi

Average of roughly 9,308 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

CY15 DYC MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 18 Sept 2026, 08:20
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2015 BMW 118 (CY15 DYC) between March 2023 and May 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 23 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Rear Road wheel fixing missing both side (5.2.1 (a) (i))”; “Front Road wheel fixing missing both side (5.2.1 (a) (i))”; “Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))”.

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