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SW14 NHV

2014 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

99,011 mi
Last recorded99,011 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2014 BMW 12065,740 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW14 NHV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 99,011 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2025 99,011 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2024 92,038 miles

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

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

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside front tyre outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside front tyre outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

engine cover & under trays fitted

hand brake travel high

nearside rear tyre inner wall cracking & cuts

offside front seatbelt travel intermittent stopping but does not adversely affect use

Pass 7 Sep 2023 85,328 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2022 76,941 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 76,340 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 74,294 miles

undercover fitted obscuring some components

Pass 19 Dec 2019 63,444 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen has multiple stone chips but within limits

undercover fitted obscuring some components

Pass 22 Dec 2018 48,130 miles

Nearside Front Tyre sling worn

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

Windscreen has multiple stone chips but within limits

undercover fitted obscuring some components

Pass 8 Jun 2017 29,950 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 29,950 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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SW14 NHV is a 2014 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SW14 NHV, 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 SW14 NHV registered?

SW14 NHV is a 2014 BMW 120, first registered on 20 June 2014.

Is SW14 NHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW14 NHV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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