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2014 BMW 1161.6L PETROL

BB52 ALL

This 2014 BMW 116 is a PETROL vehicle with a 1598cc engine. Currently it has a valid MOT and is taxed for road use. The latest recorded mileage is 100,908.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 05/10/2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/04/2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2014
Engine
1598cc
Mechanical Assessment
The vehicle is currently in a roadworthy state based on the most recent pass on 7 October 2025 at 100,908 miles. The maintenance trend is stable but reveals a recurring neglect of tyre health. While the car has passed its last three tests, the most recent two entries both flagged the nearside front tyre as worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge. The mileage is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging roughly 8,409 miles per year. The record shows a steady increase from 80,237 miles in September 2022 to 100,908 miles in October 2025. There are no suspicious mileage gaps or sudden spikes that would suggest periods of prolonged standing or excessive commercial use. A buyer should prioritise a professional wheel alignment check. The repeated failure of the nearside front tyre to maintain a legal tread profile across the September 2024 and October 2025 tests suggests a tracking issue or worn suspension bushes rather than simple wear. The September 2022 test also noted edge wear on both rear tyres, indicating a broader pattern of poor tyre maintenance or alignment problems. The August 2023 failure at 90,780 miles is a point of interest. The vehicle failed on both front position lamps and an inoperative engine management light (MIL). While these were resolved on the same day to achieve a pass, the MIL failure indicates a previous electronic or engine fault. A buyer should verify that no intermittent faults remain in the engine management system and confirm that the current tyre tread depths are compliant across all four corners.
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
78
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
✗ Outstanding recall notice
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Live data last synced with DVSA: 16 Jul 2026, 10:58
Mechanic's Historical Review
The vehicle is currently in a roadworthy state based on the most recent pass on 7 October 2025 at 100,908 miles. The maintenance trend is stable but reveals a recurring neglect of tyre health. While the car has passed its last three tests, the most recent two entries both flagged the nearside front tyre as worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge. The mileage is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging roughly 8,409 miles per year. The record shows a steady increase from 80,237 miles in September 2022 to 100,908 miles in October 2025. There are no suspicious mileage gaps or sudden spikes that would suggest periods of prolonged standing or excessive commercial use. A buyer should prioritise a professional wheel alignment check. The repeated failure of the nearside front tyre to maintain a legal tread profile across the September 2024 and October 2025 tests suggests a tracking issue or worn suspension bushes rather than simple wear. The September 2022 test also noted edge wear on both rear tyres, indicating a broader pattern of poor tyre maintenance or alignment problems. The August 2023 failure at 90,780 miles is a point of interest. The vehicle failed on both front position lamps and an inoperative engine management light (MIL). While these were resolved on the same day to achieve a pass, the MIL failure indicates a previous electronic or engine fault. A buyer should verify that no intermittent faults remain in the engine management system and confirm that the current tyre tread depths are compliant across all four corners.
MOT Test History Overview

Registered in 2014, this BMW 116 with plate BB52 ALL has undergone 5 MOT inspections since September 2022.

With 4 passes and 1 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 80%. This is a strong MOT track record, suggesting the vehicle has been well-maintained.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 4 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

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Buying Score
68/100
Risk Level
Medium
Medium
Est. Annual Cost
£800-£1,000
Mileage
At 100,908 miles for an 11-year-old car,...

Our Verdict

This 2014 BMW 116 petrol is a reasonable buy for a budget-conscious buyer, but approach with caution due to a prior MOT failure and recurring tyre wear. Budget for immediate tyre replacement and verify all lamps work before purchase.

When negotiating, use the 2023 MOT failure (engine MIL inoperative and both front position lamps not working) as leverage, though it was corrected on the same date so evidence of repair should be requested. Ask for full service history to confirm the timing chain, spark plugs and brake fluid intervals have been observed on this 1.6-litre petrol unit. Given the white 2014 hatchback's age, confirm the infotainment and heating systems function, as these are not covered by MOT but commonly age on this model generation.

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