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MD14 YZL

2014 BMW 518

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

164,055 mi
Last recorded164,055 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2014 BMW 51892,218 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD14 YZL
MakeBMW
Model518
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 18 Mar 2026 164,055 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2025 159,872 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2024 144,023 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 131,361 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 98,282 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 95,944 miles

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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MD14 YZL is a 2014 BMW 518 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests 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 MD14 YZL, 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

How do I check the history of MD14 YZL?

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What year was MD14 YZL registered?

MD14 YZL is a 2014 BMW 518, first registered on 30 July 2014.

Is MD14 YZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for MD14 YZL shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MD14 YZL have outstanding finance?

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