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BU14 XGE

2014 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

128,227 mi
Last recorded128,227 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2025
Typical for 2014 BMW 53070,902 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU14 XGE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2025 128,227 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2025 128,227 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 28 Dec 2023 116,907 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2022 105,714 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 158,270 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2020 145,301 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 77,038 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2019 77,038 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2018 64,200 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 51,354 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

How Reliable is the BMW 530?

Based on 801,983 MOT tests across 56,322 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
7,757
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
56,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 30,757
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,664
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 11,558
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,764
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,374
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BU14 XGE is a 2014 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2014 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 70,902 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 530 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 30,757 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU14 XGE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 530 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 12 years old, this BMW 530 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU14 XGE registered?

BU14 XGE is a 2014 BMW 530, first registered on 31 May 2014.

Is BU14 XGE safe to buy?

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