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LM14 XGL

2014 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

138,001 mi
Last recorded138,001 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2014 BMW 5 Series65,893 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM14 XGL
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 138,001 miles

Front Lower Engine under trays fitted

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Dec 2023 128,628 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2022 123,079 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Vehicle under covers not allowing full inspection

Pass 3 Dec 2021 119,524 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 114,023 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2020 97,294 miles

covers & shields fitted

Fail 6 Feb 2020 97,294 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions wrong rotation (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions wrong rotation (5.2.3 (i))

covers & shields fitted

Pass 11 Feb 2019 79,584 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 60,484 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 48,030 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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LM14 XGL is a 2014 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2014 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 65,893 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LM14 XGL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 12 years old, this BMW 5 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LM14 XGL registered?

LM14 XGL is a 2014 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 30 April 2014.

Is LM14 XGL safe to buy?

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