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GK65 XXG

2015 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

99,525 mi
Last recorded99,525 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2015 BMW 11659,956 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK65 XXG
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 99,525 miles
Fail 19 May 2026 99,493 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Exhaust fumes entering cabin exhaust flexi (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2025 97,735 miles
Fail 30 May 2025 97,676 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 4 Jun 2024 92,344 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi area (6.1.2 (a))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides smearing slightly (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm & worn on the outer edge (225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Undertray not fully secure & slightly damaged (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips in the windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2023 81,597 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2022 81,347 miles

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

Manufactures covers fitted

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn & pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 68,747 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread has damage (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords damage to outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s+o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

manufacture covers fitted

Fail 5 Nov 2021 68,747 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread has damage (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords damage to outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s+o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

manufacture covers fitted

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

Pass 5 Nov 2020 53,843 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2019 42,711 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 36,787 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 33,107 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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GK65 XXG is a 2015 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 GK65 XXG, 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.

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What year was GK65 XXG registered?

GK65 XXG is a 2015 BMW 116, first registered on 9 September 2015.

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