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YE15 YEF

2015 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

103,793 mi
Last recorded103,793 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2015 BMW 11659,956 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE15 YEF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 103,793 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm of tread remaining, worn smooth on outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm of tread remaining. Also cracking. 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

TPMS light on.

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both. (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2024 94,978 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible joint broken. (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 86,557 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nearside and offside rears ()

Fail 26 May 2023 86,538 miles

Offside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nearside and offside rears ()

Pass 20 May 2022 73,102 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 69,764 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55 16 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

major oil leak from gearbox

Pass 18 May 2020 62,787 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 50,539 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 43,805 miles

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

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

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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YE15 YEF is a 2015 BMW 116 in Black 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 YE15 YEF, 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 YE15 YEF registered?

YE15 YEF is a 2015 BMW 116, first registered on 22 May 2015.

Is YE15 YEF safe to buy?

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