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FG65 ETE

2015 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

109,115 mi
Last recorded109,115 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2015 BMW 11659,956 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG65 ETE
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2015
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 109,115 miles

light corrosion forming on rear sub-frame

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 1 Oct 2025 108,441 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear offside & nearside (inner disc) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

child seat fitted to rear offside not allowing full inspection of adult belt

light corrosion forming on rear sub-frame

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 11 Oct 2024 97,651 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 92,314 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both front shocks (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 86,126 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 81,311 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 75,413 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 65,457 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

front pads low and discs worn

Pass 23 Aug 2018 52,747 miles

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

exhaust flex pipe worn but not leaking gasses

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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FG65 ETE is a 2015 BMW 116 in Grey 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 FG65 ETE, 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 FG65 ETE registered?

FG65 ETE is a 2015 BMW 116, first registered on 19 September 2015.

Is FG65 ETE safe to buy?

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