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A14 GUL

2013 BMW 116

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

88,007 mi
Last recorded88,007 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 11664,950 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA14 GUL
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 88,007 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2025 88,007 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Steering column universal joint has excessive wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2024 80,914 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2024 80,914 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 74,757 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 70,142 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 69,083 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 67,559 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened both lower arms have cut marks (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 50,918 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 32,351 miles

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

engine and under body sheilds fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 4 Nov 2016 19,425 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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A14 GUL is a 2013 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2013 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 64,950 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 A14 GUL, 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 13 years old, this BMW 116 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A14 GUL registered?

A14 GUL is a 2013 BMW 116, first registered on 27 September 2013.

Is A14 GUL safe to buy?

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