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EK64 CLU

2014 BMW 525

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,581 mi
Last recorded94,581 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2014 BMW 52581,093 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK64 CLU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2014
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 94,581 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 29 Sep 2025 94,581 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2024 85,698 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 77,883 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2023 77,844 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2022 68,193 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 60,216 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 54,611 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear approx 65%worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

engine trims fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 18 Nov 2019 47,167 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 43,171 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 37,533 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2017 37,533 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the BMW 525?

Based on 724,963 MOT tests across 56,965 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
7,259
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
56,965
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,171
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,448
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,227
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,065
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 9,710
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EK64 CLU is a 2014 BMW 525 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2014 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 81,093 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 525 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,171 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EK64 CLU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 525 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 12 years old, this BMW 525 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EK64 CLU registered?

EK64 CLU is a 2014 BMW 525, first registered on 26 September 2014.

Is EK64 CLU safe to buy?

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