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MD15 TVM

2015 BMW 116

White Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

84,637 mi
Last recorded84,637 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2026
Typical for 2015 BMW 11659,956 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD15 TVM
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2015
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2026 84,637 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Aug 2025 77,661 miles

Nearside parking brake performance poor

Fail 16 Aug 2025 77,361 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside parking brake performance poor

Pass 3 Sep 2024 73,636 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 66,735 miles

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

Fail 2 Sep 2023 66,735 miles

Nearside Steering locking device ineffective Track rod end to steering arm bolt (2.1.3 (d))

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

Pass 10 Sep 2022 58,397 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 53,014 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 50,593 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 47,999 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2018 39,072 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2017 33,283 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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MD15 TVM is a 2015 BMW 116 in White with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MD15 TVM, 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 MD15 TVM registered?

MD15 TVM is a 2015 BMW 116, first registered on 30 June 2015.

Is MD15 TVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for MD15 TVM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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