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SM64 FHJ

2014 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

100,928 mi
Last recorded100,928 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2014 BMW 11660,857 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM64 FHJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 100,928 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm front link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Efficiency only just met. Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm front link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 23 Apr 2026 100,928 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm front link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Efficiency only just met. Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm front link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on the inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2025 92,816 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 82,305 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 71,843 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 May 2023 71,843 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 63,404 miles

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

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

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

Under-covers and sill-covers fitted

Pass 30 Mar 2021 55,942 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2019 48,083 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin on 2.5 mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 37,352 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both nearside & offside walls perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Oct 2017 29,689 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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SM64 FHJ is a 2014 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SM64 FHJ, 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 SM64 FHJ registered?

SM64 FHJ is a 2014 BMW 116, first registered on 30 November 2014.

Is SM64 FHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM64 FHJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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