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GL15 CVP

2015 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

122,573 mi
Last recorded122,573 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2015 BMW 11659,956 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL15 CVP
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 122,573 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2025 113,308 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tps light on dash

Pass 26 Feb 2024 104,857 miles

undertray fitted

Pass 8 Mar 2023 98,725 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 82,604 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2022 82,604 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator BRAKE PAD WORNING LIGHT ON. (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Registration plate inscription illegible FRONT & REAR PLATES DIRTY. (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Feb 2021 68,658 miles

IOIL LEAK FROM GEAR BOX PROP SHAFT SEAL

Pass 10 Mar 2020 58,036 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2020 58,036 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Feb 2019 43,888 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 1.6mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

oil leak from gearbox prop seal

Pass 12 Mar 2018 29,351 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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GL15 CVP is a 2015 BMW 116 in Black 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 GL15 CVP, 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 GL15 CVP registered?

GL15 CVP is a 2015 BMW 116, first registered on 23 April 2015.

Is GL15 CVP safe to buy?

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