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FJ14 FCV

2014 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

85,397 mi
Last recorded85,397 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2014 BMW 53566,759 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ14 FCV
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 85,397 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 75,610 miles

Nearside Front Condensation in headlamp, not seriously reducing light output

Offside Front Slightly condensation in headlamp, not seriously reducing light output

Pass 26 Mar 2024 71,630 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output moisture (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 31 Mar 2023 66,498 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 59,217 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 54,135 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH TYRES (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 May 2019 49,982 miles

Engine covers & under trays fitted at time of test

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge O/S/R-N/S/R-N/S/F at 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 45,087 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 42,742 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2017 42,742 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Fail 30 Mar 2017 42,682 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

smoke test too clean to read.

How Reliable is the BMW 535?

Based on 216,162 MOT tests across 18,035 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
7,094
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
18,035
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,346
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,237
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,669
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,608
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,438
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FJ14 FCV is a 2014 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2014 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 66,759 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 535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,346 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ14 FCV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 535 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 12 years old, this BMW 535 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FJ14 FCV registered?

FJ14 FCV is a 2014 BMW 535, first registered on 15 April 2014.

Is FJ14 FCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ14 FCV 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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