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BT15 ZSU

2015 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

78,494 mi
Last recorded78,494 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2015 BMW 11659,956 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT15 ZSU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 78,494 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2025 74,766 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 70,871 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 60,889 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 51,403 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

undertrays fitted

Pass 13 May 2021 43,567 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 43,095 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 36,873 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 31,771 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 24,108 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2018 23,791 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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BT15 ZSU is a 2015 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BT15 ZSU, 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 BT15 ZSU?

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What year was BT15 ZSU registered?

BT15 ZSU is a 2015 BMW 116, first registered on 29 May 2015.

Is BT15 ZSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT15 ZSU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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