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GV14 FTY

2014 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Dec 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

86,579 mi
Last recorded86,579 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2014 BMW 11660,857 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV14 FTY
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 86,579 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 83,201 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2023 77,757 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 11 Dec 2023 77,757 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 19 Dec 2022 72,600 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 66,146 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 61,578 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 51,228 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All worn & perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 43,024 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 31,051 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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GV14 FTY is a 2014 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GV14 FTY, 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 GV14 FTY registered?

GV14 FTY is a 2014 BMW 116, first registered on 14 June 2014.

Is GV14 FTY safe to buy?

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