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JB57 MRB

2014 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

42,218 mi
Last recorded42,218 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2014 BMW 11864,710 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJB57 MRB
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 42,218 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2026 42,217 miles

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jul 2025 41,082 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components.

Fail 26 Jul 2025 41,082 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components.

Pass 30 Jul 2024 40,073 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 39,124 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2022 38,361 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2021 37,234 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 36,124 miles

Diff vibration dampner weight bush deteriorated

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Air freshner on mirror

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

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

Under body covering fitted, restricting inspection of some conponents

Pass 1 Aug 2019 35,461 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2019 35,460 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 34,155 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 31,260 miles

Both rear discs inner surface slightly pitted and scored

Nearside Front alloy wheel buckled

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Offside Front tyre worn on outer edge

both front discs inner surface slightly pitted and corroded

How Reliable is the BMW 118?

Based on 1,923,256 MOT tests across 197,877 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
6,893
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
197,877
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,763
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14,229
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,699
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,439
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 6,974
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JB57 MRB is a 2014 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2014 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 64,710 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 118 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,763 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JB57 MRB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 118 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 12 years old, this BMW 118 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JB57 MRB?

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What year was JB57 MRB registered?

JB57 MRB is a 2014 BMW 118, first registered on 26 September 2014.

Is JB57 MRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for JB57 MRB shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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