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LP65 BYV

2015 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

110,334 mi
Last recorded110,334 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2015 BMW 11659,956 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP65 BYV
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 110,334 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2025 110,334 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2024 98,051 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 May 2023 84,310 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2022 80,789 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2021 74,219 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 61,017 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 46,838 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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LP65 BYV is a 2015 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LP65 BYV, 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 LP65 BYV registered?

LP65 BYV is a 2015 BMW 116, first registered on 30 December 2015.

Is LP65 BYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP65 BYV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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