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VA64 VJM

2015 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

76,927 mi
Last recorded76,927 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2015 BMW 11659,956 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA64 VJM
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2015
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 76,927 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Apr 2026 76,927 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2025 63,263 miles

travel in hand brake system, may require adjustment or repair

Pass 8 Mar 2024 60,373 miles

Front wipers, smearing

Rear wiper blade 'blade' split

Pass 17 Mar 2023 57,358 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 54,369 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 50,750 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2020 47,571 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 41,156 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 35,569 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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VA64 VJM is a 2015 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VA64 VJM, 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.

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What year was VA64 VJM registered?

VA64 VJM is a 2015 BMW 116, first registered on 11 February 2015.

Is VA64 VJM safe to buy?

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