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A14 OTB

2018 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 2998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

61,279 mi
Last recorded61,279 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2018 BMW 1 Series39,784 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA14 OTB
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 61,279 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 51,317 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2024 51,317 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 5 Sep 2024 51,197 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge out of shape slightly (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 41,584 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 41,545 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 41,400 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 May 2022 35,694 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 33,997 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 25,479 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2254018 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2254018 (5.2.3 (e))

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 OTB is a 2018 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 2,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2018 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 39,784 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 OTB, 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 8 years old, this BMW 1 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A14 OTB registered?

A14 OTB is a 2018 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 22 March 2018.

Is A14 OTB safe to buy?

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