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SAM 230

2014 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,911 mi
Last recorded78,911 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2014 BMW 11660,857 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAM 230
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 1 Dec 2025 78,911 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 75,988 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2023 73,153 miles

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 69,013 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 61,516 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 50,524 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both brake reaction bushes soft and cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 28 May 2019 29,074 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 25,227 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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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SAM 230 is a 2014 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SAM 230, 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

How do I check the history of SAM 230?

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What year was SAM 230 registered?

SAM 230 is a 2014 BMW 116, first registered on 3 September 2014.

Is SAM 230 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAM 230 shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SAM 230 have outstanding finance?

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