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BU64 XJB

2014 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

137,260 mi
Last recorded137,260 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2014 BMW 11660,857 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU64 XJB
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 137,260 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides worn low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Jan 2026 137,260 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides worn low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2025 128,534 miles

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

Fail 21 Jan 2025 128,534 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Jan 2024 122,506 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Jan 2023 116,036 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2022 113,483 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 111,954 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

boot full at time of test

Fail 7 Jan 2021 111,954 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

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

boot full at time of test

Pass 20 Dec 2019 108,261 miles

Brake pad to wear indicator light

Fail 20 Dec 2019 108,261 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Brake pad to wear indicator light

Pass 12 Dec 2018 104,892 miles

Brake pads warning light on

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Wheel alignment recommended

Pass 4 Oct 2017 14,437 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2017 14,437 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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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BU64 XJB is a 2014 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 BU64 XJB, 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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BU64 XJB is a 2014 BMW 116, first registered on 9 September 2014.

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