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FP14 YOD

2014 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

164,050 mi
Last recorded164,050 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2014 BMW 12065,740 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP14 YOD
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 164,050 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy pipe worn (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Feb 2025 149,076 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted alloy weld repair (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Feb 2025 149,076 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/35/18 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/35/18 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted alloy weld repair (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 131,594 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted alloy weld repair (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation in lamp (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/40/18 side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 wear on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/35/18 worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Feb 2024 131,594 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted alloy weld repair (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation in lamp (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/40/18 side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 wear on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/35/18 worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Feb 2023 116,084 miles

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 96,730 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 85,415 miles
Fail 15 May 2021 85,415 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 May 2020 69,202 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2019 50,613 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 44,439 miles

Nearside Front tyre cut on sidewall not to cords

covers fitted in engine bay

under trays fitted

Pass 26 May 2017 27,960 miles

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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FP14 YOD is a 2014 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FP14 YOD, 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 FP14 YOD registered?

FP14 YOD is a 2014 BMW 120, first registered on 19 May 2014.

Is FP14 YOD safe to buy?

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