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MJ65 UPB

2015 BMW 116

White Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

82,145 mi
Last recorded82,145 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2015 BMW 11659,956 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ65 UPB
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2015
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 82,145 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2025 80,380 miles

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

Parking brake ( lever) needs slight adjustment

Pass 15 Aug 2024 74,000 miles

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

Parking brake (lever) needs slight adjustment

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

Pass 9 Aug 2023 64,228 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Aug 2023 64,228 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 58,281 miles

Windscreen washers only just supplies enough water to clear windscreen

Fail 10 Aug 2022 58,268 miles

Emissions not tested Large leak in exhaust system (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust particulate filter obviously defective Flexi joint completely split (8.2.2.1 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 54,800 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2021 54,800 miles

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

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2020 47,513 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 40,672 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 29,964 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (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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MJ65 UPB 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 75%.

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 MJ65 UPB, 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 MJ65 UPB registered?

MJ65 UPB is a 2015 BMW 116, first registered on 24 September 2015.

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