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GU65 VJM

2015 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,867 mi
Last recorded87,867 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2015 BMW 11659,956 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU65 VJM
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2015
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 22 Sep 2025 87,867 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2024 76,387 miles

cover sills shields

Pass 25 Sep 2023 65,161 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 53,758 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 45,907 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2020 39,307 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 33,502 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 26,997 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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GU65 VJM is a 2015 BMW 116 in Grey 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 GU65 VJM, 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 GU65 VJM registered?

GU65 VJM is a 2015 BMW 116, first registered on 25 September 2015.

Is GU65 VJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU65 VJM 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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