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SA15 WBU

2015 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

94,875 mi
Last recorded94,875 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2015 BMW 11659,956 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA15 WBU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 94,875 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides,m front arms, inner bushes are splitting,, (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides, (1.2.1 (e))

Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front dash, service message on

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on 3mm, low on edges,, 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides, corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 7 Oct 2025 94,875 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Road wheel more than one fixing missing x2 (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides,m front arms, inner bushes are splitting,, (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides, (1.2.1 (e))

Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front dash, service message on

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on 3mm, low on edges,, 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides, corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 53,195 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 48,465 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 35,983 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2021 28,425 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 22,846 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 12,564 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 6,605 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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SA15 WBU is a 2015 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SA15 WBU, 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 SA15 WBU registered?

SA15 WBU is a 2015 BMW 116, first registered on 30 March 2015.

Is SA15 WBU safe to buy?

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