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BAILEY UNCLASSIFIED (2015)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 38 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

97%

Total Tests (2024)

38

Avg Mileage

20,939 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,750

Is the 2015 BAILEY UNCLASSIFIED reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 15 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the BAILEY brand average of 93%.

At 9 years old, 97% of BAILEY UNCLASSIFIEDs from 2015 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 38 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 20,939 miles.

How does the 2015 BAILEY UNCLASSIFIED compare?

Rank among all 2015 cars49th out of 559(top 9%)
Rank among all BAILEY models2nd out of 4(top 50%)
vs national average+15% (82% avg)
vs 2015 cars average+14% (83% avg)
vs BAILEY average+4% (93% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2015 BAILEY UNCLASSIFIED has 20,939 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 66,600 miles for a 9-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.

How much does a 2015 BAILEY UNCLASSIFIED cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Diesel, 2198cc)
£1,245
🏛️Road Tax
£250
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,750
Per month£146/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

BAILEY UNCLASSIFIED by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202090%4111,171 mi
2019100%6111,844 mi
201686%3635,445 mi
201597%3820,939 mi

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About the 2015 BAILEY UNCLASSIFIED

The 2015 BAILEY UNCLASSIFIED is a family car with a 2198cc diesel engine. 38 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 9% of all 2015 cars for reliability.

With an average of 20,939 miles at 9 years old, BAILEY UNCLASSIFIED owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.

2015 BAILEY UNCLASSIFIED Fuel Costs

The 2198cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 40 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,245 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). Diesel cars of this age should have their DPF (diesel particulate filter) checked, as replacements can be costly.

What does it cost to own a 2015 BAILEY UNCLASSIFIED?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,750 (£146/month), broken down as £1245 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 97% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2015 BAILEY UNCLASSIFIED

At 9 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. Note: with only 38 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Alternatives to the 2015 BAILEY UNCLASSIFIED

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