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GF64 VSL

2014 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

133,615 mi
Last recorded133,615 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2024
Typical for 2014 BMW 1 Series54,432 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF64 VSL
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2024 133,615 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

engine cover and under trays fitted

engine cover and under trays fitted

Fail 10 Sep 2024 133,615 miles

Headlamp aim too low o/s n/s (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

engine cover and under trays fitted

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 29 Jul 2023 121,402 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 10 Jun 2022 118,249 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 108,397 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 94,245 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 79,839 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 69,088 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Aug 2017 69,085 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' 2x Stone Chips (8.3.1d)

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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GF64 VSL is a 2014 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GF64 VSL, 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.

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What year was GF64 VSL registered?

GF64 VSL is a 2014 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 October 2014.

Is GF64 VSL safe to buy?

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