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2014 BMW X1 2.0L Diesel · PC55 ALC

PC55 ALC

2014 BMW X1 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 15 Nov 2014. Recorded mileage 67,594 miles. MOT valid until 16 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
BMW X1
Year / Origin
2014 · Preston
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 16 Dec 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
Recorded Mileage
67,594 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
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Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 16 Dec 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Oct 2026
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2014
Engine
1995cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a strong roadworthiness profile with a stable and improving maintenance trend. The most recent inspection conducted on 17 December 2025 at 67,594 miles resulted in a clean pass, indicating that the vehicle met all statutory requirements without defects. This follows two consecutive clean passes in 2024 and 2023, suggesting that the current owner is addressing necessary maintenance promptly to prevent recurring failures. The mileage pattern is notably low for a twelve-year-old BMW, averaging approximately 5,633 miles per year. Data shows a significant period of higher use between October 2023 and October 2024, where the vehicle covered 12,485 miles in just twelve months. However, the interval between October 2024 and December 2025 saw another increase of 12,710 miles. While the low annual mileage generally reduces wear on drivetrain and engine components, it can sometimes lead to degradation of rubber-based parts or fluid breakdown if the vehicle sits stationary for extended periods. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components susceptible to age rather than just mileage. Despite the clean MOT history, the mechanical check should verify the condition of suspension bushes and coil springs, which often perish on older X1 models regardless of distance travelled. Given the low usage, inspect the brake discs for surface corrosion or pitting which can occur with infrequent use. Checking the structural integrity of the chassis underside is also essential to ensure no hidden corrosion has developed despite the positive MOT results.
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PC55 ALC Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 17/12/2025
  • 67,594 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

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PC55 ALC MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 28 Sept 2026, 20:14
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2014 BMW X1 (PC55 ALC) between March 2023 and December 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 17 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 3 advisory notices are 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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ADVISORY

PC55 ALC Mileage History

  1. 01/03/202340,996 mi
  2. 01/03/202340,996 mi
  3. 25/10/202342,399 mi+1,403 mi
  4. 11/10/202454,884 mi+12,485 mi
  5. 17/12/202567,594 mi+12,710 mi

Average of roughly 9,506 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges
Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
78
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
✗ Outstanding recall notice
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