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BK14 VZV

2014 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

150,190 mi
Last recorded150,190 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2014 BMW 12065,740 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK14 VZV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 150,190 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 May 2025 142,748 miles
Fail 6 May 2025 142,748 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 May 2024 134,616 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 May 2023 128,227 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2022 123,081 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 119,360 miles

Nearside Rear 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 4 Mar 2020 115,033 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 102,121 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2018 81,854 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2018 81,854 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 62,237 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the BMW 120?

Based on 872,714 MOT tests across 63,112 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
6,996
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
63,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,169
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8,562
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6,681
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,273
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 5,042
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BK14 VZV is a 2014 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2014 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 65,740 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 120 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22,169 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BK14 VZV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 120 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 12 years old, this BMW 120 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK14 VZV registered?

BK14 VZV is a 2014 BMW 120, first registered on 18 March 2014.

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The MOT history for BK14 VZV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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