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KU15 CWJ

2015 BMW 116

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

70,225 mi
Last recorded70,225 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2015 BMW 11659,956 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU15 CWJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2015
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 70,225 miles

Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer side treads wearing but central tread still good[nearside and offside] (5.2.3 (e))

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2025 65,951 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear brake pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Front nearside and offside outer edges have slight wear

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2024 60,272 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 54,379 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 47,621 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 38,533 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front +rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 4 Mar 2021 38,533 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front +rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Feb 2020 28,354 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 21,215 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2018 8,152 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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KU15 CWJ is a 2015 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 KU15 CWJ, 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 KU15 CWJ?

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What year was KU15 CWJ registered?

KU15 CWJ is a 2015 BMW 116, first registered on 3 March 2015.

Is KU15 CWJ safe to buy?

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