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YC64 VGF

2014 BMW 116

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

99,158 mi
Last recorded99,158 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2014 BMW 11660,857 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC64 VGF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2014
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 99,158 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output CONDENSATION (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 14 Nov 2025 99,101 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Reversing lamp does not emit a steady white light (4.6.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy REAR AND MIDDLE BOX DELETED.STRAIGHT PIPE FROM DPF (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Daytime running lamp not working

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output CONDENSATION (4.1.4 (b))

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

TEST CONDUCTED UNDER WET CONDITIONS

Pass 14 Nov 2024 81,265 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2023 69,413 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2020 66,107 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2019 60,997 miles

plastic under trays fitted impairing inspection

Pass 28 Nov 2018 52,284 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2018 52,117 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2017 41,163 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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YC64 VGF is a 2014 BMW 116 in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YC64 VGF, 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 YC64 VGF registered?

YC64 VGF is a 2014 BMW 116, first registered on 24 November 2014.

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The MOT history for YC64 VGF shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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