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AE64 FAU

2014 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

71,427 mi
Last recorded71,427 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 2014 BMW 1 Series54,432 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE64 FAU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2014
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025 71,427 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 63,534 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 46,489 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 39,583 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 35,524 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 16 Aug 2021 35,522 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust catalytic converter obviously modified (8.2.1.1 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Items removed from driver's view prior to test dash camera ()

Pass 16 Sep 2020 33,190 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 30,653 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 22,231 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 22,212 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 22,172 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2017 17,761 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?

Based on 985,320 MOT tests across 97,716 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
6,872
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
97,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,465
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,886
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,140
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AE64 FAU is a 2014 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2014 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 54,432 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 1 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,465 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE64 FAU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 1 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 12 years old, this BMW 1 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE64 FAU?

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What year was AE64 FAU registered?

AE64 FAU is a 2014 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 28 November 2014.

Is AE64 FAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE64 FAU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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