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PY14 AEA

2014 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

68,959 mi
Last recorded68,959 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2014 BMW 12065,740 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY14 AEA
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2014
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 68,959 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

n/s/f tyre worn edges

Pass 18 Nov 2024 67,608 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 15 Nov 2024 67,601 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 16 Nov 2023 65,447 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 22 Nov 2022 62,660 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 11 Nov 2022 62,639 miles

Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 12 Nov 2021 58,509 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2021 58,509 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 54,288 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2019 46,472 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 34,601 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 27,810 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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PY14 AEA is a 2014 BMW 120 in Blue 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 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 PY14 AEA, 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 PY14 AEA registered?

PY14 AEA is a 2014 BMW 120, first registered on 9 May 2014.

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