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AO63 ZWT

2014 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

146,284 mi
Last recorded146,284 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2014 BMW 52079,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO63 ZWT
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 146,284 miles

Nearside Head light condensated, not effecting pattern or intensity

Offside Head light condensated, not effecting pattern or intensity

Fail 14 Jan 2026 146,283 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Head light condensated, not effecting pattern or intensity

Offside Head light condensated, not effecting pattern or intensity

Pass 5 Feb 2025 137,135 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2024 124,707 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides 3mm in places (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Feb 2023 114,186 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2022 100,373 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2021 90,888 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 84,599 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2020 84,577 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2019 74,256 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 63,261 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 48,075 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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AO63 ZWT is a 2014 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AO63 ZWT, 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 AO63 ZWT registered?

AO63 ZWT is a 2014 BMW 520, first registered on 10 February 2014.

Is AO63 ZWT safe to buy?

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