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AE64 JCY

2014 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

125,510 mi
Last recorded125,510 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 2014 BMW 52079,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE64 JCY
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 125,510 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2024 117,589 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2023 109,917 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 102,894 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2021 96,371 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bottom bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bottom bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

vehicle fitted with under trays

Fail 8 Oct 2021 96,371 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge ply and chords visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bottom bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bottom bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

vehicle fitted with under trays

Pass 2 Oct 2020 89,921 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2019 82,876 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 71,030 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

covers / under trays fitted obscuring view of components

Pass 4 Nov 2017 38,042 miles

uunder trays/covers fitted

Fail 3 Nov 2017 38,024 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

uunder trays/covers 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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AE64 JCY is a 2014 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AE64 JCY, 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 AE64 JCY?

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What year was AE64 JCY registered?

AE64 JCY is a 2014 BMW 520, first registered on 18 November 2014.

Is AE64 JCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE64 JCY shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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