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G17 PLP

2014 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

111,757 mi
Last recorded111,757 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2014 BMW 11660,857 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG17 PLP
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 111,757 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2026 111,757 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened Both side front Suspension arm bush (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2024 105,142 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

brake pad warning light on pads look fine possible sensor issue

Fail 1 Oct 2024 105,142 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb faulty and not seated correctly (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too high adjusted (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

brake pad warning light on pads look fine possible sensor issue

Pass 3 Oct 2023 97,027 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 90,137 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 85,354 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both front shock absorbers are a bit weak (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded coil spring has corrosion (5.3.1 (b) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 1 Oct 2020 68,908 miles

Heavy perishing to both rear tyres.

Splash guard fitted under vehicle.

Wear to front brake discs.

Fail 1 Oct 2020 68,908 miles

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

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

Front brake pads wearing low.

Heavy perishing to both rear tyres.

Splash guard fitted under vehicle.

Wear to front brake discs.

Pass 10 Apr 2019 44,142 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 28,189 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 14,810 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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G17 PLP is a 2014 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,598cc 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 G17 PLP, 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.

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What year was G17 PLP registered?

G17 PLP is a 2014 BMW 116, first registered on 22 January 2014.

Is G17 PLP safe to buy?

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