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VE14 OWV

2014 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

103,211 mi
Last recorded103,211 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2014 BMW 12065,740 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE14 OWV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2014
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 103,211 miles

Front both shock cover gaiters deteriorated

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

Rear both shock cover/bump stops deteriorated

Pass 22 Nov 2024 94,577 miles

Both front shock cover gaiters deteriorated

Driver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Rear Road wheel slightly distorted both sides (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Under trays/covers limit inspection

Pass 24 Nov 2023 83,556 miles

Both front shock cover gaiters deteriorated

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Under trays/covers limit inspection

Pass 21 Nov 2022 73,270 miles

Both front shock cover gaiters deteriorated

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Under trays/covers limit inspection

Pass 16 Nov 2021 62,049 miles

Under trays/covers limit inspection

Pass 23 Nov 2020 56,221 miles

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

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

Under trays/covers limit inspection

Pass 28 Nov 2019 46,374 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2019 46,374 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jul 2019 43,207 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 34,133 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 23,543 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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VE14 OWV is a 2014 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VE14 OWV, 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.

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What year was VE14 OWV registered?

VE14 OWV is a 2014 BMW 120, first registered on 24 June 2014.

Is VE14 OWV safe to buy?

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