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A14 DNU

2017 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

73,662 mi
Last recorded73,662 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2017 BMW 1 Series42,428 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA14 DNU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 73,662 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox prop shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jul 2025 73,655 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Both plates incorrect margin spacing (0.1 (d))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox prop shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2024 64,569 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2023 55,083 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 42,275 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 28,578 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2021 28,578 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 15,832 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?

Based on 985,320 MOT tests across 97,716 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
6,872
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
97,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,465
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,886
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,140
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A14 DNU is a 2017 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2017 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 42,428 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 1 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,465 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A14 DNU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 1 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 9 years old, this BMW 1 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A14 DNU registered?

A14 DNU is a 2017 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 24 November 2017.

Is A14 DNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A14 DNU shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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