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VA64 UCL

2015 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

97,990 mi
Last recorded97,990 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2015 BMW 11659,956 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA64 UCL
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2015
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 97,990 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive /Underbody covers fitted (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 14 Nov 2024 93,526 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive /Underbody covers fitted (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 17 Nov 2023 88,243 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S+O/S (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2022 81,570 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 64,628 miles

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

Front number plate delaminated

Fail 20 Oct 2021 64,627 miles

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

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

Front number plate delaminated

Pass 3 Nov 2020 57,593 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2020 57,568 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure On inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Nov 2019 51,289 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2019 51,289 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 37,960 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 26,921 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner and outer edges

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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VA64 UCL is a 2015 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol 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 VA64 UCL, 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 VA64 UCL registered?

VA64 UCL is a 2015 BMW 116, first registered on 24 January 2015.

Is VA64 UCL safe to buy?

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