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AB13 VAS

2014 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

121,677 mi
Last recorded121,677 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2014 BMW 52079,404 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB13 VAS
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2014
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 121,677 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2025 115,899 miles
Pass 6 May 2024 112,733 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2023 107,173 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Aug 2023 107,172 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 97,684 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 86,458 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated coupling (6.1.7 (d) (i))

full undertray fitted

Fail 3 Aug 2021 86,375 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated coupling (6.1.7 (d) (i))

full undertray fitted

Pass 12 Jun 2019 63,163 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2017 37,879 miles

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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AB13 VAS is a 2014 BMW 520 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AB13 VAS, 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

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What year was AB13 VAS registered?

AB13 VAS is a 2014 BMW 520, first registered on 25 July 2014.

Is AB13 VAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB13 VAS shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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