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DX14 PLJ

2014 BMW 116

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

99,581 mi
Last recorded99,581 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2014 BMW 11660,857 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX14 PLJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2014
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 99,581 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Apr 2025 91,213 miles

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

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all round (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Apr 2024 83,657 miles

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

Fail 21 Mar 2024 83,649 miles

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

Steering rack has relative movement to chassis/bodywork (2.1.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 Mar 2023 76,585 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 70,960 miles

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

Fail 28 Mar 2022 70,925 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2021 63,584 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 discs ineer faces corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear pads 4/5mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2020 54,878 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2019 43,848 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 32,222 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 25,862 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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DX14 PLJ is a 2014 BMW 116 in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 DX14 PLJ, 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

How do I check the history of DX14 PLJ?

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What year was DX14 PLJ registered?

DX14 PLJ is a 2014 BMW 116, first registered on 28 March 2014.

Is DX14 PLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX14 PLJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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