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A24 PLH

2014 BMW 3 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

181,880 mi
Last recorded181,880 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2014 BMW 3 Series71,615 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA24 PLH
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 4 Nov 2025 181,880 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2024 166,216 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2023 164,040 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2023 160,501 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2022 156,053 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2021 148,903 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 142,019 miles

both rear brake discs slightly worn

Pass 30 Jan 2019 109,867 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 85,306 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 61,732 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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A24 PLH is a 2014 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2014 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 71,615 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A24 PLH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 12 years old, this BMW 3 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A24 PLH?

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What year was A24 PLH registered?

A24 PLH is a 2014 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 29 January 2014.

Is A24 PLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A24 PLH shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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