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SD14 VCU

2014 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

76,789 mi
Last recorded76,789 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2014 BMW 12065,740 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD14 VCU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2014
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 76,789 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 67,524 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2024 67,524 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2023 61,354 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

rear wiper blade worn

Pass 19 Apr 2022 51,335 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 46,427 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2021 46,427 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Feb 2020 35,579 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 30,548 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 24,521 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2018 24,521 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Apr 2017 18,418 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 18,418 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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SD14 VCU 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 SD14 VCU, 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 SD14 VCU registered?

SD14 VCU is a 2014 BMW 120, first registered on 30 April 2014.

Is SD14 VCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD14 VCU 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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