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B3 MKU

2015 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

56,381 mi
Last recorded56,381 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2025
Typical for 2015 BMW 11659,956 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB3 MKU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2015
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2025 56,381 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2025 56,381 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 51,320 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2023 45,828 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2023 45,828 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 38,497 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2021 33,221 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 27,742 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 22,673 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 16,287 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2018 16,287 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the BMW 116?

Based on 1,638,388 MOT tests across 141,314 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
6,730
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
141,314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,729
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9,380
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,330
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B3 MKU is a 2015 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2015 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 59,956 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 116 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 24,729 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B3 MKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 116 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 11 years old, this BMW 116 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B3 MKU?

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What year was B3 MKU registered?

B3 MKU is a 2015 BMW 116, first registered on 29 September 2015.

Is B3 MKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B3 MKU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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