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LC14 VFK

2014 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2025
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

74,192 mi
Last recorded74,192 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2024
Typical for 2014 BMW 11660,857 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC14 VFK
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2024 74,192 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2024 74,190 miles

Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 23 Dec 2023 65,858 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2023 65,858 miles

Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2023 59,287 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2022 49,861 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 37,842 miles
Fail 13 May 2021 37,842 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2020 33,931 miles

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))

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

Fail 29 Jun 2020 33,931 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2019 27,124 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2019 27,124 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2018 19,688 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2017 13,600 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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LC14 VFK is a 2014 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol 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 LC14 VFK, 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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What year was LC14 VFK registered?

LC14 VFK is a 2014 BMW 116, first registered on 11 July 2014.

Is LC14 VFK safe to buy?

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