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AP14 KWG

2014 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

136,909 mi
Last recorded136,909 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2014 BMW 52079,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP14 KWG
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2014
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 136,909 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2024 122,925 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2023 100,645 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 94,243 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH AND INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 29 Apr 2022 79,311 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2021 66,399 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2021 66,399 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2020 66,347 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 63,760 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2019 63,760 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2018 44,884 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 35,819 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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AP14 KWG is a 2014 BMW 520 in Silver 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 AP14 KWG, 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 AP14 KWG registered?

AP14 KWG is a 2014 BMW 520, first registered on 11 July 2014.

Is AP14 KWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP14 KWG shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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