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NU15 UPC

2015 BMW 116

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

110,322 mi
Last recorded110,322 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2015 BMW 11659,956 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU15 UPC
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2015
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 110,322 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2026 110,322 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 6 Jan 2025 96,067 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2025 96,067 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 30 Jan 2024 82,620 miles

Front Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Feb 2023 72,089 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 66,195 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 55,161 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Mar 2020 50,485 miles

under bonnet covers fitted not allowing a full inspection of some components

under trays fitted not allowing a full inspection of some components

Fail 26 Mar 2020 50,485 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

under bonnet covers fitted not allowing a full inspection of some components

under trays fitted not allowing a full inspection of some components

Pass 27 Mar 2019 43,689 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 34,481 miles

emissions too clean to register

engine covers and undertrays fitted at time of test

Fail 19 Mar 2018 34,438 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing 1 of 5 (4.2.A.1e)

emissions too clean to register

engine covers and undertrays fitted at time of test

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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NU15 UPC is a 2015 BMW 116 in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 NU15 UPC, 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 NU15 UPC registered?

NU15 UPC is a 2015 BMW 116, first registered on 7 April 2015.

Is NU15 UPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU15 UPC 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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