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OW14 DZL

2014 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

99,925 mi
Last recorded99,925 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2014 BMW 12065,740 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW14 DZL
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2014
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 99,925 miles

washer pump works but very slow

Fail 17 Oct 2025 99,925 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2024 96,853 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2024 96,853 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2023 94,901 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2022 93,089 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2022 93,089 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 88,782 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Nov 2021 88,782 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner wall marked buldge / as well as major , Inner edge cut hole cords exposed -*TPMS* (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

TPMS light on

Pass 4 Nov 2020 84,598 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 80,369 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 72,992 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 55,846 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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OW14 DZL is a 2014 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 OW14 DZL, 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 OW14 DZL registered?

OW14 DZL is a 2014 BMW 120, first registered on 26 July 2014.

Is OW14 DZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for OW14 DZL shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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