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YE14 LVV

2014 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

166,230 mi
Last recorded166,230 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2014 BMW 11864,710 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE14 LVV
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2014
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 166,230 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both sides (5.3.2 (d))

Underneath trays fitted at time of test

Pass 1 Jul 2025 161,152 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 152,540 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 140,303 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Inner edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides on limit at time of test (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 129,802 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 119,005 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 111,455 miles

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated Shoes require adjustment (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 95,684 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 76,856 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))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 53,274 miles

rear axle vibration damper bush failed

Fail 23 Jun 2017 53,274 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed also has 2 bulges on outer side wall and inner and outer edges bald (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure bulges on inner and outer sidewall (8 in total) and inner edge bald (4.1.D.1b)

rear axle vibration damper bush failed

How Reliable is the BMW 118?

Based on 1,923,256 MOT tests across 197,877 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
6,893
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
197,877
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,763
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14,229
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,699
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,439
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 6,974
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YE14 LVV is a 2014 BMW 118 in White 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 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 64,710 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 118 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,763 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YE14 LVV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 118 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 12 years old, this BMW 118 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YE14 LVV registered?

YE14 LVV is a 2014 BMW 118, first registered on 23 June 2014.

Is YE14 LVV safe to buy?

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