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2015 BMW 2161.5L DIESEL

J10 LAL

This 2015 BMW 216 is a DIESEL vehicle with a 1496cc engine. Currently it has a valid MOT and is taxed for road use. The latest recorded mileage is 83,111.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 14/12/2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/06/2027
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2015
Engine
1496cc
Mechanical Assessment
The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift from pristine records to emerging mechanical wear. The most recent test in November 2025 at 83,111 miles recorded the first advisories in several years of clean history. The tester flagged worn bushes on both the nearside and offside front suspension arms, alongside a nearside front outer tyre reaching the legal limit. These indicators suggest the beginning of component fatigue or alignment issues. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical low-to-moderate usage, averaging approximately 7,500 miles per year. Data shows a steady accumulation from 43,776 miles in late 2021 to 83,111 miles in late 2025. This regular interval suggests the vehicle has not sat stationary for long periods, which is generally beneficial for seals and fluid systems. However, the eleven-year age of the car means it now faces age-related degradation of rubber components despite the relatively low mileage. A buyer should prioritize a physical inspection of the front suspension geometry to determine the extent of the arm bush wear. Since both front arms were flagged in the latest test, a professional needs to check for excessive play in the steering components and uneven tyre wear across the axle. The recorded wear on the nearside tyre indicates a potential need for an alignment check or simply a lack of recent consumable maintenance. Beyond these items, the previous history of zero defects between 2021 and 2024 suggests the structural integrity and primary mechanical systems remained sound to date.
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
93
/ 100 · Excellent
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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Live data last synced with DVSA: 5 Jun 2026, 07:41
Mechanic's Historical Review
The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift from pristine records to emerging mechanical wear. The most recent test in November 2025 at 83,111 miles recorded the first advisories in several years of clean history. The tester flagged worn bushes on both the nearside and offside front suspension arms, alongside a nearside front outer tyre reaching the legal limit. These indicators suggest the beginning of component fatigue or alignment issues. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical low-to-moderate usage, averaging approximately 7,500 miles per year. Data shows a steady accumulation from 43,776 miles in late 2021 to 83,111 miles in late 2025. This regular interval suggests the vehicle has not sat stationary for long periods, which is generally beneficial for seals and fluid systems. However, the eleven-year age of the car means it now faces age-related degradation of rubber components despite the relatively low mileage. A buyer should prioritize a physical inspection of the front suspension geometry to determine the extent of the arm bush wear. Since both front arms were flagged in the latest test, a professional needs to check for excessive play in the steering components and uneven tyre wear across the axle. The recorded wear on the nearside tyre indicates a potential need for an alignment check or simply a lack of recent consumable maintenance. Beyond these items, the previous history of zero defects between 2021 and 2024 suggests the structural integrity and primary mechanical systems remained sound to date.
MOT Test History Overview

Checking the history for this 2015 BMW 216 (J10 LAL), we found 5 MOT results in the period of November 2021 to November 2025.

With 5 passes and 0 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 100%. Such a high pass rate is a positive indicator of the car's general condition and maintenance history.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Suspension (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 3 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

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ADVISORY