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PIL 998

2014 BMW 116

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

129,382 mi
Last recorded129,382 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 2014 BMW 11660,857 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPIL 998
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2014
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2025 129,382 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))

Front Shocker gaiters deteriorated (both sides)

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel & detected at O/S/F wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2024 125,611 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))

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

Offside Rear shock cover/bump stop deteriorated

both front shock cover gaiters deteriorated

Pass 15 Dec 2023 121,577 miles

Under trays/covers limit inspection

Both front shock cover gaiters deteriorated

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 116,246 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 111,822 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 106,827 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 100,589 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 91,269 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 83,107 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2017 83,107 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Dec 2016 65,717 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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PIL 998 is a 2014 BMW 116 in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 PIL 998, 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 PIL 998 registered?

PIL 998 is a 2014 BMW 116, first registered on 31 March 2014.

Is PIL 998 safe to buy?

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