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SL64 VDZ

2014 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

123,775 mi
Last recorded123,775 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2026
Typical for 2014 BMW 11660,857 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL64 VDZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2026 123,775 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2025 114,045 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2024 106,257 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Aug 2024 106,172 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2023 98,071 miles

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

undertrays/covers fitted

Pass 19 Aug 2022 90,467 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre

full factory fitted under trays/covers.

Fail 9 Aug 2022 90,179 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Nail in tyre

full factory fitted under trays/covers.

Pass 4 Sep 2021 83,831 miles

full under body shields fitted

Pass 6 Oct 2020 79,142 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi section (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective flexi section (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 3 Oct 2019 72,478 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2019 72,478 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Oct 2018 58,923 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2018 58,923 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 46,393 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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SL64 VDZ is a 2014 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SL64 VDZ, 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 SL64 VDZ registered?

SL64 VDZ is a 2014 BMW 116, first registered on 4 November 2014.

Is SL64 VDZ safe to buy?

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