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BD64 VXJ

2014 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

145,559 mi
Last recorded145,559 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2014 BMW 52079,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD64 VXJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 145,559 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2025 145,425 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/55/17 87y (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/55/17 87y (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2024 137,340 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 128,341 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 121,608 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 110,817 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 28 Aug 2020 101,572 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2020 101,571 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2019 87,506 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 71,040 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 51,434 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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BD64 VXJ is a 2014 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BD64 VXJ, 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 BD64 VXJ registered?

BD64 VXJ is a 2014 BMW 520, first registered on 28 November 2014.

Is BD64 VXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD64 VXJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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