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A23 ORM

2014 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

137,642 mi
Last recorded137,642 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2014 BMW 11660,857 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA23 ORM
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 137,642 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 121,533 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2023 105,072 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Feb 2023 100,165 miles

Covers and Shields fitted

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45R17 Both rear tyres worn down to tread wear markers (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Feb 2023 100,165 miles

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

Covers and Shields fitted

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides appear to be wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45R17 Both rear tyres worn down to tread wear markers (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jan 2022 90,735 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Nail in tyre Inner and outer side marked with yellow chalk ()

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

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

Fail 29 Jan 2022 90,735 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Nail in tyre Inner and outer side marked with yellow chalk ()

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2021 80,103 miles

Covers & Shields Fitted

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2020 73,718 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (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))

Pass 3 Jan 2019 57,266 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

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

both rear tyres on 2mm

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 29 Dec 2018 57,102 miles

Headlamp aim not tested osf lamp not working ....no aim test done (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

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

both rear tyres on 2mm

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Sep 2017 37,414 miles

Nearside front tyre worn on inner edges.

Undertrays fitted.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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A23 ORM is a 2014 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2014 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 60,857 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 A23 ORM, 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 12 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 A23 ORM registered?

A23 ORM is a 2014 BMW 116, first registered on 30 September 2014.

Is A23 ORM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A23 ORM shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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