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FX65 VTJ

2015 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

106,873 mi
Last recorded106,873 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2015 BMW 11659,956 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX65 VTJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2015
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 106,873 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2025 99,511 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear, strong advisory (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle presented very dirty

Fail 27 Jan 2025 99,357 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Front and Rear lettering overlay stickers do not conform to spacing requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear, strong advisory (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle presented very dirty

Pass 9 Feb 2024 89,252 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 86,215 miles

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

unable to remove dash cam but not effecting the drivers view

Pass 11 Jun 2022 78,294 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 67,747 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2021 67,664 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))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords and n/s/f (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 61,501 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 55,759 miles

plastic sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of sills

Pass 28 Aug 2018 44,485 miles

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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FX65 VTJ 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 81.8%.

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 FX65 VTJ, 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 FX65 VTJ?

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What year was FX65 VTJ registered?

FX65 VTJ is a 2015 BMW 116, first registered on 10 September 2015.

Is FX65 VTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX65 VTJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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