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YL14 DNY

2014 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

84,318 mi
Last recorded84,318 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2025
Typical for 2014 BMW 11864,710 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL14 DNY
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2014
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2025 84,318 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 76,665 miles

Front brakes slightly out of balance

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged on sidewall

Nearside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge and slightly damaged on inner sidewall

Offside Front Brake dragging slightly

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

Pass 31 Jan 2023 69,056 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2022 61,404 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2022 61,395 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2021 52,894 miles

Imbalance on front brakes 38% limit 25%

Fail 8 Feb 2021 52,894 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Imbalance on front brakes 38% limit 25%

Pass 1 Nov 2019 41,954 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 34,166 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 8 Nov 2018 34,166 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 245/35/18y [r/f/t] (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 22,933 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 21,802 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

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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YL14 DNY is a 2014 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YL14 DNY, 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 YL14 DNY registered?

YL14 DNY is a 2014 BMW 118, first registered on 8 July 2014.

Is YL14 DNY safe to buy?

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