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GM14 VDA

2014 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

112,989 mi
Last recorded112,989 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2014 BMW 11864,710 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM14 VDA
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 112,989 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 112,539 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front n rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

undertrays fitted

Fail 25 Feb 2025 112,425 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Fail 25 Feb 2025 112,419 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Pass 13 Feb 2024 101,809 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 88,651 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 82,478 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 59,294 miles

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Aug 2019 54,394 miles

Under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

Fail 27 Aug 2019 54,394 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 2 Aug 2018 47,965 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 37,790 miles

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

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

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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GM14 VDA is a 2014 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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

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 GM14 VDA, 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

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What year was GM14 VDA registered?

GM14 VDA is a 2014 BMW 118, first registered on 30 June 2014.

Is GM14 VDA safe to buy?

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