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OV64 UFS

2014 BMW 518

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

142,830 mi
Last recorded142,830 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2014 BMW 51892,218 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV64 UFS
MakeBMW
Model518
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 142,830 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement CENTRAL (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2024 129,564 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2023 118,404 miles

both rear tyres worn to 3mm tread depth

Pass 9 Nov 2022 106,496 miles

front washer pipe leaking

Pass 15 Oct 2021 97,723 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 92,748 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 89,422 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 82,116 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Nail in tyre sidewall ()

covers and shields fitted obstructing view of components

Pass 28 Nov 2017 64,841 miles

under trays fitted obstructing some underside components

Fail 28 Nov 2017 64,841 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

under trays fitted obstructing some underside components

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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OV64 UFS is a 2014 BMW 518 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 OV64 UFS, 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

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What year was OV64 UFS registered?

OV64 UFS is a 2014 BMW 518, first registered on 16 December 2014.

Is OV64 UFS safe to buy?

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