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GD56 GEF

2015 BMW 116

White Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

220,785 mi
Last recorded220,785 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2026
Typical for 2015 BMW 11659,956 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD56 GEF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2015
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2026 220,785 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2025 211,209 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 200,936 miles

tpms warning on but obviously not a failure

Fail 5 Aug 2024 200,936 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

tpms warning on but obviously not a failure

Pass 21 Aug 2023 190,889 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 179,077 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2022 179,077 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned bulb fallen out of holder (4.1.4 (a))

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

Pass 20 Aug 2021 155,466 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 139,261 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2020 139,260 miles

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating due to worn disc's (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 118,887 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 91,905 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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GD56 GEF is a 2015 BMW 116 in White with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GD56 GEF, 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 GD56 GEF?

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What year was GD56 GEF registered?

GD56 GEF is a 2015 BMW 116, first registered on 23 September 2015.

Is GD56 GEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GD56 GEF shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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