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AO14 VEF

2014 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

119,345 mi
Last recorded119,345 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2014 BMW 52079,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO14 VEF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2014
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 119,345 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2025 115,820 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre

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

Pass 10 May 2024 111,385 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2023 106,116 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 16 May 2022 98,700 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 May 2021 92,180 miles

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

Pass 20 May 2020 87,453 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 79,639 miles

Covers fitted obscuring some components

Road wheel slightly distorted All four (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 8 May 2018 69,067 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 May 2017 54,249 miles

Nearside Rear worn on inner edge and small cuts in treads.

Offside Rear Worn on inner edge and small cuts in treads.

Fail 8 May 2017 54,249 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted on inner edge. (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear worn on inner edge and small cuts in treads.

Offside Rear Worn on inner edge and small cuts in treads.

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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AO14 VEF is a 2014 BMW 520 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AO14 VEF, 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 AO14 VEF registered?

AO14 VEF is a 2014 BMW 520, first registered on 9 May 2014.

Is AO14 VEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO14 VEF shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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