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LN65 XLC

2015 BMW 116

Blue Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

69,102 mi
Last recorded69,102 miles
Recorded on10 May 2025
Typical for 2015 BMW 11659,956 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN65 XLC
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2015
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2025 69,102 miles

Front Lower Exhaust noisy exhaust flexi pipe/joint deteriorated, undertray cover fitted (8.1.1 (a))

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

Nearside Rear 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 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm, need to be replaced soonly (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective rubber damaged/perrished (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 10 May 2025 69,102 miles

Front Lower Exhaust noisy exhaust flexi pipe/joint deteriorated, undertray cover fitted (8.1.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear 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 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm, need to be replaced soonly (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective rubber damaged/perrished (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 May 2024 65,592 miles

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

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

Fail 13 May 2024 65,592 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2023 57,822 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 52,514 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 48,392 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 41,896 miles

Just acceptable wear to front and rear brake pads.

O/S door mirror outer cover missing.

Slight wear to front brake discs.

Pass 25 Oct 2018 27,052 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre 245/35/18 RFT ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit 3mm 245/35/18 RFT (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit 3mm 245/35/18 RFT (5.2.3 (e))

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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LN65 XLC is a 2015 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LN65 XLC, 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 LN65 XLC registered?

LN65 XLC is a 2015 BMW 116, first registered on 1 September 2015.

Is LN65 XLC safe to buy?

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