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AK64 VAU

2014 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2024
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

177,107 mi
Last recorded177,107 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2023
Typical for 2014 BMW 52079,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK64 VAU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2014
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2023 177,107 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2023 177,082 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Engine bay area (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Rotational tyre (5.2.3 (i))

Exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board Engine bay area (6.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 167,177 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2022 167,177 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Jan 2021 155,870 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 144,658 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 29 Jan 2020 144,658 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 245/45x18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 275/40x18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 9 Jan 2019 134,498 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 124,006 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2018 110,914 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2018 110,848 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2017 97,465 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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AK64 VAU is a 2014 BMW 520 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AK64 VAU, 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 AK64 VAU registered?

AK64 VAU is a 2014 BMW 520, first registered on 17 December 2014.

Is AK64 VAU safe to buy?

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