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2014 BMW 3 Series 2.0L Diesel · FA10 ADS

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2014 BMW 3 Series (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2014. Recorded mileage 143,128 miles. MOT valid until 05 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.

Make & Model
BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin
2014 · Nottingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 05 Mar 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
Recorded Mileage
143,128 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 05 Mar 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Mar 2027
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2014
Engine
1995cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, though the maintenance trend shows a slight shift toward reactive maintenance regarding tyres. In the most recent test on 5 March 2026 at 143,128 miles, the car passed but received an advisory for front tyres worn close to the legal limit and uneven on both edges. This indicates a potential alignment issue or suspension wear that has not yet been addressed, contrasting with the previous three years of passes with no recorded defects. The mileage accumulation is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 12,000 miles per year. Between May 2022 (99,844 miles) and March 2026 (143,128 miles), the car covered over 43,000 miles, suggesting a steady usage pattern. There was a notable increase between February 2024 and February 2025, where 11,025 miles were clocked in exactly artwork months. This regular interval suggests the vehicle has been used consistently, which often prevents the mechanical degradation associated with long periods of standing. A buyer should inspect the front suspension geometry to determine the cause of the uneven' wear noted in the 2026 test. Checking control arm bushes, tie rod ends, and迫 mounts is essential, as play here would explain the tyre degradation. Given the high mileage of 143,000 miles, a thorough check of the braking system for thinning discs or leaks is also warranted, although the MOT history has not flagged binding issues or structural corrosion in recent years.

FA10 ADS Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 05/03/2026
  • 143,128 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
93
/ 100 · Excellent
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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FA10 ADS Mileage History

  1. 26/05/202299,844 mi
  2. 06/03/2023104,435 mi+4,591 mi
  3. 26/02/2024119,240 mi+14,805 mi
  4. 19/02/2025130,265 mi+11,025 mi
  5. 05/03/2026143,128 mi+12,863 mi

Average of roughly 11,463 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

FA10 ADS MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 6 Sept 2026, 09:09
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2014 BMW 3 Series (FA10 ADS) between May 2022 and March 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 1 advisory notice notes an item to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 1 advisory notice is recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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