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AK63 ZKU

2014 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

228,328 mi
Last recorded228,328 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2014 BMW 52079,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK63 ZKU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 228,328 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 219,476 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2024 219,476 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2023 209,058 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 198,881 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 191,718 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 178,345 miles
Pass 27 May 2019 160,103 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 144,245 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 114,585 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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AK63 ZKU is a 2014 BMW 520 in Black 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 AK63 ZKU, 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 AK63 ZKU?

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What year was AK63 ZKU registered?

AK63 ZKU is a 2014 BMW 520, first registered on 6 February 2014.

Is AK63 ZKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK63 ZKU 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.

Does AK63 ZKU have outstanding finance?

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