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AB08 UDS

2014 BMW 316

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

109,677 mi
Last recorded109,677 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2014 BMW 31667,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 UDS
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 109,677 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

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

coolant low

under tray covered in oil

Pass 12 Oct 2024 103,446 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 95,923 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 21 Oct 2022 83,338 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 72,064 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 63,146 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 58,785 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 52,673 miles

Nearside Rear 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 21 Oct 2017 42,719 miles

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

Fail 21 Oct 2017 42,719 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

How Reliable is the BMW 316?

Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,781
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
108,989
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 71,150
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70,761
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45,241
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 39,617
parking brake recording little or no effort 33,703
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AB08 UDS is a 2014 BMW 316 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2014 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 67,042 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AB08 UDS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 12 years old, this BMW 316 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AB08 UDS registered?

AB08 UDS is a 2014 BMW 316, first registered on 29 October 2014.

Is AB08 UDS safe to buy?

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