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GF14 VLG

2014 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

181,068 mi
Last recorded181,068 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2014 BMW 1 Series54,432 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF14 VLG
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 22 Oct 2025 181,068 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2024 170,185 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2023 155,627 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 134,914 miles

Front tyres slightly worn on the outside edges

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to 2mm wear bar indicators

Pass 7 Oct 2021 124,438 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 114,145 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 94,625 miles

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside/nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 77,614 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 58,163 miles

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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GF14 VLG is a 2014 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2014 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 54,432 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 GF14 VLG, 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 12 years old, this BMW 1 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GF14 VLG?

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What year was GF14 VLG registered?

GF14 VLG is a 2014 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 10 April 2014.

Is GF14 VLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF14 VLG shows 9 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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