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SW14 VKU

2014 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,104 mi
Last recorded73,104 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2014 BMW 12065,740 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW14 VKU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2014
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 13 Oct 2025 73,104 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 69,543 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 65,044 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front worn slightly on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Oct 2022 60,819 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 51,979 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2020 42,166 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 29,755 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 18,170 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 11,242 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front tyre cracking in tread

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 VKU is a 2014 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SW14 VKU, 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 SW14 VKU?

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What year was SW14 VKU registered?

SW14 VKU is a 2014 BMW 120, first registered on 6 August 2014.

Is SW14 VKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW14 VKU shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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