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BB15 SYB

2015 BMW 116

White Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

85,896 mi
Last recorded85,896 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2015 BMW 11659,956 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBB15 SYB
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2015
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 85,896 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2025 77,878 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2025 77,878 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2024 67,957 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut to tread 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 60,081 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 53,033 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 49,398 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 43,003 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre Puncture on outer edge of tyre. ()

Pass 30 Mar 2018 33,575 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some parts

o/s/f Tyre has split in edge of Tyre but not deep enough to show cords recommend replacing

o/s/f tyre perished and cracking in outer tread/edge

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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BB15 SYB is a 2015 BMW 116 in White with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BB15 SYB, 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

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What year was BB15 SYB registered?

BB15 SYB is a 2015 BMW 116, first registered on 17 April 2015.

Is BB15 SYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BB15 SYB shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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