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KV15 VCU

2015 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2020
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

57,016 mi
Last recorded57,016 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2019
Typical for 2015 BMW 11659,956 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV15 VCU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2019 57,016 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 43,695 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2018 43,695 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed ***tread area***205/55R16-91V*** (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed ***tread area*** (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively ns/os (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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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KV15 VCU is a 2015 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 KV15 VCU, 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 KV15 VCU registered?

KV15 VCU is a 2015 BMW 116, first registered on 4 August 2015.

Is KV15 VCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV15 VCU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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