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MV15 GKZ

2015 BMW 316

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

99,766 mi
Last recorded99,766 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2015 BMW 31675,138 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV15 GKZ
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 99,766 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 90,286 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2024 90,285 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. wont adjust (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jan 2024 85,096 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 79,133 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Jan 2023 79,133 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2022 70,889 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Jan 2022 70,889 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2021 59,459 miles

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

Fail 11 Jan 2021 59,459 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2020 36,167 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225 50 17 94W (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225 50 17 94W (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 17,099 miles

vehical fitted with sill covers and undersheilds

Pass 13 Jan 2018 12,091 miles

Nearside Front tyre punctured

How Reliable is the BMW 316?

Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,781
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
108,989
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 71,150
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70,761
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45,241
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 39,617
parking brake recording little or no effort 33,703
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MV15 GKZ is a 2015 BMW 316 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2015 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 75,138 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 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MV15 GKZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 11 years old, this BMW 316 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MV15 GKZ?

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What year was MV15 GKZ registered?

MV15 GKZ is a 2015 BMW 316, first registered on 5 March 2015.

Is MV15 GKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV15 GKZ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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