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FY65 ZGJ

2015 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,107 mi
Last recorded22,107 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2015 BMW 11659,956 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY65 ZGJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 5 Dec 2025 22,107 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 19,870 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2023 17,911 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearing limit 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearing limit 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Dec 2022 15,785 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 13,726 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2020 11,812 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 10,450 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 7,994 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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FY65 ZGJ is a 2015 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FY65 ZGJ, 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 FY65 ZGJ?

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What year was FY65 ZGJ registered?

FY65 ZGJ is a 2015 BMW 116, first registered on 17 December 2015.

Is FY65 ZGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY65 ZGJ shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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