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YH14 WPV

2014 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

132,718 mi
Last recorded132,718 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2014 BMW 12065,740 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH14 WPV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2014
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 132,718 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2025 132,718 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Fail 29 Oct 2025 132,718 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 122,453 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 110,696 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Under trays fitted

Fail 29 Sep 2023 110,694 miles

Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

under trays

Pass 8 Sep 2022 95,803 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 89,770 miles

Nearside Front Foglamp slightly loose in bumper

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated Front pads showing due but approx. 10mm (1.1.10 (f))

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Parking brake does not lock out when operated

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both front & rear (0.1 (b))

Fail 11 Nov 2021 89,742 miles

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

tpms light on

undertrays fitted

Pass 3 Jul 2019 74,326 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 61,250 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in zone b (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Jul 2018 61,250 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in zone b (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 44,884 miles

Slight play in both front suspension top mounts

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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YH14 WPV is a 2014 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 YH14 WPV, 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 YH14 WPV registered?

YH14 WPV is a 2014 BMW 120, first registered on 2 May 2014.

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