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VE65 RLO

2015 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

198,839 mi
Last recorded198,839 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2015 BMW 11659,956 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE65 RLO
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2015
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 198,839 miles

Rear diff/axle has a oil leak

Fail 28 Nov 2025 198,839 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear diff/axle has a oil leak

Pass 7 Dec 2024 191,455 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2023 164,538 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2022 136,790 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 110,334 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 91,483 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2019 85,295 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 69,811 miles

Offside Rear Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

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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VE65 RLO is a 2015 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,496cc 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 VE65 RLO, 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 VE65 RLO registered?

VE65 RLO is a 2015 BMW 116, first registered on 18 December 2015.

Is VE65 RLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE65 RLO shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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