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BN14 VYU

2014 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

109,568 mi
Last recorded109,568 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2014 BMW 11864,710 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN14 VYU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 109,568 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2025 101,157 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2024 92,119 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 80,591 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 72,330 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 64,375 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 59,000 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 51,493 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 42,127 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 32,415 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre sidewall damaged

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Fail 17 Mar 2017 32,415 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre sidewall damaged

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

How Reliable is the BMW 118?

Based on 1,923,256 MOT tests across 197,877 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
6,893
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
197,877
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,763
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14,229
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,699
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,439
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 6,974
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BN14 VYU is a 2014 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2014 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 64,710 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 118 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,763 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BN14 VYU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 118 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 12 years old, this BMW 118 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BN14 VYU?

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What year was BN14 VYU registered?

BN14 VYU is a 2014 BMW 118, first registered on 18 March 2014.

Is BN14 VYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN14 VYU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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