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SL14 VDG

2014 BMW 116

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

127,644 mi
Last recorded127,644 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2014 BMW 11660,857 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL14 VDG
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2014
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 127,644 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 27 Nov 2025 127,644 miles

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

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 26 Nov 2024 116,595 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 21 Nov 2023 105,147 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 94,253 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 91,207 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 16 Nov 2021 91,203 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 18 Nov 2020 86,430 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2020 86,430 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 May 2019 70,311 miles
Fail 7 May 2019 70,311 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 49,553 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 33,740 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 25 Apr 2017 33,740 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine covers and under trays fitted

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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SL14 VDG is a 2014 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel 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 SL14 VDG, 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 SL14 VDG registered?

SL14 VDG is a 2014 BMW 116, first registered on 19 May 2014.

Is SL14 VDG safe to buy?

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