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BH14 MRA

2014 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

153,840 mi
Last recorded153,840 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2014 BMW 52079,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBH14 MRA
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 153,840 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 143,372 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2025 143,372 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Jan 2023 143,056 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2021 128,994 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective Smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip within zone "A" not exceeding 10mm (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective Smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Dec 2021 128,946 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective Smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip within zone "A" not exceeding 10mm (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective Smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 111,969 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2020 111,969 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2019 88,380 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 61,975 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 38,540 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2017 38,401 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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BH14 MRA 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 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 BH14 MRA, 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 BH14 MRA registered?

BH14 MRA is a 2014 BMW 520, first registered on 30 June 2014.

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