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PX64 SWU

2014 BMW 316

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

103,949 mi
Last recorded103,949 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2014 BMW 31667,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX64 SWU
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2014
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 22 Nov 2025 103,949 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2024 91,827 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2023 79,258 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 64,334 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 57,434 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 48,754 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2019 35,791 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge and low tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge and low tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 19,354 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 17,267 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 316?

Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,781
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
108,989
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 71,150
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70,761
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45,241
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 39,617
parking brake recording little or no effort 33,703
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PX64 SWU is a 2014 BMW 316 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2014 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 67,042 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PX64 SWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 12 years old, this BMW 316 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PX64 SWU registered?

PX64 SWU is a 2014 BMW 316, first registered on 24 December 2014.

Is PX64 SWU safe to buy?

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