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YC64 VJF

2014 BMW 116

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

144,468 mi
Last recorded144,468 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2014 BMW 11660,857 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC64 VJF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2014
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 144,468 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. n/s slow (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front pad sensor not connected

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2024 122,602 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 107,641 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2023 107,641 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2022 91,743 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2022 91,743 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front daytime running light not working

Pass 21 Dec 2021 75,787 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 64,489 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 58,849 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 42,128 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 34,273 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 15,403 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 VJF is a 2014 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 YC64 VJF, 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 VJF registered?

YC64 VJF is a 2014 BMW 116, first registered on 28 November 2014.

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