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PS12 TAY

2014 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

74,794 mi
Last recorded74,794 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2014 BMW 12065,740 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPS12 TAY
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 74,794 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 20 Dec 2024 69,003 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 62,350 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 60,112 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 55,657 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2021 55,657 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2020 47,422 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 1,520 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 33,132 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 28,284 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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PS12 TAY is a 2014 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 PS12 TAY, 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

How do I check the history of PS12 TAY?

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What year was PS12 TAY registered?

PS12 TAY is a 2014 BMW 120, first registered on 4 March 2014.

Is PS12 TAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for PS12 TAY shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PS12 TAY have outstanding finance?

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