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XM15 KES

2015 BMW 116

Blue Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

61,191 mi
Last recorded61,191 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2026
Typical for 2015 BMW 11659,956 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXM15 KES
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2015
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2026 61,191 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2026 61,190 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2025 58,674 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 54,730 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip in swept area zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Aug 2024 54,730 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip in swept area zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 52,292 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 47,123 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 42,118 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Fail 28 Aug 2021 42,118 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 3 Sep 2020 39,223 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 35,352 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2018 21,709 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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XM15 KES is a 2015 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,496cc diesel 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 XM15 KES, 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 XM15 KES registered?

XM15 KES is a 2015 BMW 116, first registered on 15 September 2015.

Is XM15 KES safe to buy?

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