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A21 PMK

2014 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Dec 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

105,048 mi
Last recorded105,048 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2014 BMW 52079,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA21 PMK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 105,048 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Dec 2024 97,410 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 88,296 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe swelling under covering in wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing on outer edge 3.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe swelling under covering in wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe swelling under covering in wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing on outer edge 3.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe swelling under covering in wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 78,687 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 68,425 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 59,654 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 48,234 miles

engine bay covers / undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 17 Jun 2019 48,234 miles

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

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

engine bay covers / undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 19 Jun 2018 39,093 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 32,539 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.9mm (4.1.E.1)

under trays fitted

How Reliable is the BMW 520?

Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
7,968
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
152,584
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47,121
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,724
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 15,884
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14,720
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A21 PMK is a 2014 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2014 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 79,404 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 520 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47,121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A21 PMK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 520 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 12 years old, this BMW 520 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A21 PMK?

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What year was A21 PMK registered?

A21 PMK is a 2014 BMW 520, first registered on 27 June 2014.

Is A21 PMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A21 PMK shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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