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BU14 BGF

2014 BMW 518

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2018
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,902 mi
Last recorded54,902 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2017
Typical for 2014 BMW 51892,218 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU14 BGF
MakeBMW
Model518
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 27 Feb 2017 54,902 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the BMW 518?

Based on 62,660 MOT tests across 8,904 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
6,367
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
8,904
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,373
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,837
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,465
position lamp(s) not working 1,178
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 1,104
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BU14 BGF is a 2014 BMW 518 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2014 BMW 518 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 92,218 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 518 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 3,373 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU14 BGF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 518 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 12 years old, this BMW 518 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU14 BGF registered?

BU14 BGF is a 2014 BMW 518, first registered on 13 March 2014.

Is BU14 BGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU14 BGF shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BU14 BGF have outstanding finance?

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