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FV15 XXN

2015 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

143,420 mi
Last recorded143,420 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2015 BMW 11659,956 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV15 XXN
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2015
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 143,420 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 May 2026 143,420 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2025 127,641 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 120,890 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 116,619 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 111,206 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 106,354 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 102,393 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 101,496 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 80,890 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (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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FV15 XXN is a 2015 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FV15 XXN, 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 FV15 XXN registered?

FV15 XXN is a 2015 BMW 116, first registered on 30 June 2015.

Is FV15 XXN safe to buy?

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