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YF14 XKA

2014 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2024
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

139,950 mi
Last recorded139,950 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2023
Typical for 2014 BMW 11864,710 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF14 XKA
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2014
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2023 139,950 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 9 Nov 2023 139,743 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Coolant reservoir

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2022 128,376 miles

nearside front daytime running lamp is inoperative - pre 2018

Fail 12 Nov 2022 128,376 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

nearside front daytime running lamp is inoperative - pre 2018

Pass 12 Nov 2021 118,213 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread laminate is starting to peel off but okay for now (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 6 Nov 2020 112,117 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2020 112,117 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 Oct 2020 112,114 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2019 92,569 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 73,863 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 53,862 miles

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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YF14 XKA 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 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YF14 XKA, 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 YF14 XKA registered?

YF14 XKA is a 2014 BMW 118, first registered on 31 May 2014.

Is YF14 XKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF14 XKA shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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