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LG14 BGZ

2014 BMW 116

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

137,878 mi
Last recorded137,878 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2014 BMW 11660,857 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG14 BGZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2014
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 137,878 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2024 129,175 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 30 Nov 2024 129,175 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Dec 2023 122,582 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2023 122,582 miles

Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Dec 2022 119,563 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2022 119,563 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 114,096 miles

Manufactures engine and body Sill & Suspension covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 25 Mar 2021 107,171 miles

Manufactures engine and body & Sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 13 Mar 2020 102,506 miles

Manufactures engine and body & Sill & Suspension covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 19 Mar 2019 96,708 miles

Manufactures engine and body & Sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 20 Mar 2018 91,355 miles

Nearside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 85,765 miles

Offside & Nearside rear shocker dust covers insecure

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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LG14 BGZ is a 2014 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LG14 BGZ, 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 LG14 BGZ registered?

LG14 BGZ is a 2014 BMW 116, first registered on 31 March 2014.

Is LG14 BGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG14 BGZ 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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